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BMW 640i Fluid Capacities

Factory manual fluid capacities for the BMW 640i. Exact capacities and specs extracted from the LEMON service manual archive.

Last updated: 2026-05-13 • Reading time: 8 min • By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team

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2017-2018 BMW 640i: 1.88 LBS. (0.85 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.

GenerationYearsTop spec
2017-20182017-20181.88 LBS. (0.85 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.
201620161.88 LBS. (0.85 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.
20152015Note: See Underhood Decal.

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2017-2018 BMW 640i: 1.88 LBS. (0.85 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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2017-2018

2017-2018
Air Cond Refrigerant1.88 LBS. (0.85 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 Fluid8.98 QTS. (8.49 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 Coolant10.78 QTS. (10.2 L) — Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor
Engine Oil6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-30
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.
  • →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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2016

2016
Air Cond Refrigerant1.88 LBS. (0.85 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 Fluid8.98 QTS. (8.49 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 Coolant10.78 QTS. (10.2 L) — Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor
Engine Oil6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) — BMW Gasoline Engines. Oil viscosity of 0W-30, LL-01 FE Note: As of 7/2015 production, gasoline and diesel engine equipped vehicles have a new engine oil viscosity label (located on underside of engine compartment lid). These engines require a zero weight viscosity engine oil. Approximate capacity.
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.
  • →As of 7/2015 production, gasoline and diesel engine equipped vehicles have a new engine oil viscosity label (located on underside of engine compartment lid). These engines require a zero weight viscosity engine oil. Approximate capacity.
  • →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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2015

2015
Air Cond Compressor OilNote: See Underhood Decal.
Air Cond Refrigerant1.88 LBS. (0.85 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 Fluid8.98 QTS. (8.49 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 Coolant10.78 QTS. (10.2 L) — Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor
Engine Oil6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 5W-30 Note: BMW Part No. 07 51 0 017 866.
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
  • →See Underhood Decal.
  • →The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used.
  • →BMW Part No. 83 22 2 365 988.
  • →BMW Part No. 07 51 0 017 866.
  • →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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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: 2026-05-13

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