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BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Fluid Capacities

Factory manual fluid capacities for the BMW ActiveHybrid 5. Exact capacities and specs extracted from the LEMON service manual archive.

Last updated: 2026-10-29 • Reading time: 8 min • By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team

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2016 BMW ActiveHybrid 5: 1.87 LBS. (0.84 KG) — R-1234yf

GenerationYearsTop spec
201620161.87 LBS. (0.84 KG) — R-1234yf
20152015Note: See Underhood Decal.

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2016 BMW ActiveHybrid 5: 1.87 LBS. (0.84 KG) — R-1234yf

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Air Cond Refrigerant1.87 LBS. (0.84 KG) — R-1234yf
Automatic Transmission Fluid4.86 QTS. (4.59 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF+3 Note: Approx. 2.0qts. remain in transmission.
Brake Fluid— BMW brake fluid DOT 4 with low viscosity
Engine Coolant10.88 QTS. (10.29 L) — Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor Note: Having corrosion inhibitors that are compatible with aluminum radiators.
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.
Fuel Tank17.70 GALS. (67 L)
Windshield Washer Fluid5.30 QTS. (5.01 L)
Notes
  • →Approx. 2.0qts. remain in transmission.
  • →Having corrosion inhibitors that are compatible with aluminum radiators.
  • →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.
Air Cond Compressor OilNote: See Underhood Decal.
Air Cond Refrigerant1.87 LBS. (0.84 KG) — R-134a
Automatic Transmission Fluid4.86 QTS. (4.59 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF+3 Note: Approx. 2.0qts. remain in transmission.
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 Coolant10.88 QTS. (10.29 L) — Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor Note: Having corrosion inhibitors that are compatible with aluminum radiators.
Engine Oil6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) — CASTROL Syntec European Formula SAE 0W-30, MOBIL SAE 0W-40, PENNZOIL Platinum European Formula Ultra SAE 5W-30, VALVOLINE SynPower SAE 5W-30 Note: The choice of the right SAE grade is based on the climatic conditions in the region in which the vehicle is normally driven. BMW recommends BMW High Performance 5W-30 Synthetic Oil (BMW part number 07 51 0 017 866) for regular scheduled engine oil changes.
Fuel Tank17.70 GALS. (67 L)
Windshield Washer Fluid5.30 QTS. (5.01 L)
Notes
  • →See Underhood Decal.
  • →Approx. 2.0qts. remain in transmission.
  • →BMW Part No. 83 22 2 365 988.
  • →Having corrosion inhibitors that are compatible with aluminum radiators.
  • →The choice of the right SAE grade is based on the climatic conditions in the region in which the vehicle is normally driven. BMW recommends BMW High Performance 5W-30 Synthetic Oil (BMW part number 07 51 0 017 866) for regular scheduled engine oil changes.

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Where is this data from?
Extracted directly from the LEMON factory service manual archive. Sources are cited per generation.
What fluid capacities does a BMW ActiveHybrid 5 use?
2016 BMW ActiveHybrid 5: 1.87 LBS. (0.84 KG) — R-1234yf
Why do fluid capacities vary by generation for the BMW ActiveHybrid 5?
Different engine options, transmission types, and cooling system designs across model years change total fluid volumes. Always use the capacity listed for your exact year and engine code — do not guess across generations.

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Last updated: 2026-10-29

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