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BMW M6 Fluid Capacities

Factory manual fluid capacities for the BMW M6. 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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2018 BMW M6: 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
201820181.88 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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2018 BMW M6: 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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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 Fluid9.08 QTS. (8.59 L) — BMW Transmission Oil DCTF 2
Brake Fluid— BMW Brake Fluid DOT 4 with low viscosity
Differential Gear Oil1.06 QTS. (1 L) — BMW Rear Differential Fluid MSP/A Note: BMW Part No. 83 22 2 365 988.
Engine Coolant19.55 QTS. (18.5 L) — Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor Note: Top-up quantity of coolant in the event of repair with disconnected collant hoses. Observe the mixture ration and filling level. (2.11 qts).
Engine Oil9.00 QTS. (8.51 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-30
Manual Transmission Fluid2.32 QTS. (2.19 L) — Manual Gearbox Oil MTF-LT-3 Note: BMW Part No. 83 22 2 339 221.
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).
  • →BMW Part No. 83 22 2 339 221.
  • →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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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 M6 use?
2018 BMW M6: 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.
Why do fluid capacities vary by generation for the BMW M6?
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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