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BMW 430i xDrive Fluid Capacities
Factory manual fluid capacities for the BMW 430i xDrive. Exact capacities and specs extracted from the LEMON service manual archive.
Last updated: 2026-05-12 • Reading time: 8 min • By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team
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2021-2024 BMW 430i xDrive: 1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — R-134a Part No. 83 19 9 408 386. R1234yf Part No. 83 19 2 354 790 Note: The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used.
| Generation | Years | Top spec |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2024 | 2021-2024 | 1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — R-134a Part No. 83 19 9 408 386. R1234yf Part No. 83 19 2 354 790 Note: The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used. |
| 2019-2020 | 2019-2020 | 1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — R-134a Part No. 83 19 9 408 386. R1234yf Part No. 83 19 2 354 790 Note: The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used. |
| 2017-2018 | 2017-2018 | 1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — R-134a Part No. 83 19 9 408 386. R1234yf Part No. 83 19 2 354 790 Note: The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used. |
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2021-2024 BMW 430i xDrive: 1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — R-134a Part No. 83 19 9 408 386. R1234yf Part No. 83 19 2 354 790 Note: The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used.
Fluid type and capacity can change by engine, drivetrain, and transmission. Verify the exact branch before filling anything. Once the spec is confirmed, use the supplies and purchase links below to build the full one-trip shopping list before you start the repair.
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2021-2024
2021-2024Air Cond Refrigerant1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — R-134a Part No. 83 19 9 408 386. R1234yf Part No. 83 19 2 354 790 Note: The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used.
Automatic Transmission Fluid9.83 QTS. (9.3 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF+3
Brake Fluid— BMW Brake Fluid DOT 4 with low viscosity
Differential Gear Oil— Hypoid Axle Oil G3 (Fuchs Titan EG 4218) Up to 02-2020. From 03-2020: Hypoid Axle Oil G5 (Fuchs Titan EG 4399)
Engine Coolant4.44 QTS. (4.2 L) — Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor
Engine Oil5.55 QTS. (5.25 L) — BMW TwinPower Turbo LL17FE+ 0W-20, BMW Part No. 83 21 2 461 988
Windshield Washer FluidNote: Fill with water and - if required - with a washer antifreeze (according to manufacturer's recommendations).
Mix the washer fluid before adding it to the reservoir.
Notes
- →The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used.
- →Top-up quantity of coolant in the event of repair with disconnected collant hoses. Observe the mixture ration and filling level. (2.11 qts).
- →Fill with water and - if required - with a washer antifreeze (according to manufacturer's recommendations). Mix the washer fluid before adding it to the reservoir.
2019-2020
2019-2020Air Cond Refrigerant1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — R-134a Part No. 83 19 9 408 386. R1234yf Part No. 83 19 2 354 790 Note: The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used.
Automatic Transmission Fluid9.30 QTS. (8.8 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF+3
Brake Fluid— BMW Brake Fluid DOT 4 with low viscosity
Differential Gear Oil— Hypoid Axle Oil G3 (Fuchs Titan EG 4218) Up to 02-2020. From 03-2020: Hypoid Axle Oil G5 (Fuchs Titan EG 4399)
Engine Coolant3.80 QTS. (3.59 L) — Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor
Engine Oil5.25 QTS. (4.96 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-20 Note: The suitable viscosity grade is indicated on a label in the engine compartment. Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used.
Windshield Washer FluidNote: Fill with water and - if required - with a washer antifreeze (according to manufacturer's recommendations).
Mix the washer fluid before adding it to the reservoir.
Notes
- →The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used.
- →Top-up quantity of coolant in the event of repair with disconnected collant hoses. Observe the mixture ration and filling level. (2.11 qts).
- →The suitable viscosity grade is indicated on a label in the engine compartment. Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used.
- →Fill with water and - if required - with a washer antifreeze (according to manufacturer's recommendations). Mix the washer fluid before adding it to the reservoir.
2017-2018
2017-2018Air Cond Refrigerant1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — R-134a Part No. 83 19 9 408 386. R1234yf Part No. 83 19 2 354 790 Note: The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used.
Automatic Transmission Fluid9.30 QTS. (8.8 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF+3
Brake Fluid— BMW Brake Fluid DOT 4 with low viscosity
Differential Gear Oil— Hypoid Axle Oil G3 (Fuchs Titan EG 4218) Only for Rear differential, not for hang-on clutch (HOC) Note: BMW Part No. 83 22 2 365 988.
Engine Coolant3.80 QTS. (3.59 L) — Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor
Engine Oil5.25 QTS. (4.96 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-20 Note: The suitable viscosity grade is indicated on a label in the engine compartment. Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used.
Windshield Washer FluidNote: Fill with water and - if required - with a washer antifreeze (according to manufacturer's recommendations).
Mix the washer fluid before adding it to the reservoir.
Notes
- →The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used.
- →BMW Part No. 83 22 2 365 988.
- →Top-up quantity of coolant in the event of repair with disconnected collant hoses. Observe the mixture ration and filling level. (2.11 qts).
- →The suitable viscosity grade is indicated on a label in the engine compartment. Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used.
- →Fill with water and - if required - with a washer antifreeze (according to manufacturer's recommendations). Mix the washer fluid before adding it to the reservoir.
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Spec Snapshot
- Engine Oil
- 5.55 QTS. (5.25 L) — BMW TwinPower Turbo LL17FE+ 0W-20, BMW Part No. 83 21 2 461 988
- Engine Coolant
- 4.44 QTS. (4.2 L) — Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
- 9.83 QTS. (9.3 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF+3
Transmission fluid for your gearbox
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Incorrect ATF is a common cause of poor shift quality.
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DOT-rated fluid plus simple bleeding tools.
Moisture-heavy brake fluid lowers boiling performance over time.
Check Price and FitmentLong-neck funnel and extractor
Useful for topping off and moving fluids cleanly.
These save time when the fill point is awkward or hidden.
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Basic cleanup gear for any fluid service job.
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Long-neck funnel for hard-to-reach fill points.
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Nitrile Gloves
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- Extracted directly from the LEMON factory service manual archive. Sources are cited per generation.
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Written by AllOEMManuals Editorial Team. Reviewed by ASE-certified technicians and updated with factory-reference checks for fitment-sensitive steps.
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Last updated: 2026-05-12