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BMW 318i Fluid Specifications

Verified fluid grades and capacities for your car. (1981–1998)

Capacities

SpecificationValue
Amount of refrigerant machine oil 10 g
Color Code Plug Connection
Blue
Refrigerant Fill Capacity 825 g
Refrigerant Oil Capacity Drum Type Compressor
300 Cubic Centimeter (cc)
Refrigerant Oil Total Fill Capacity Nippondenso
120 +/- 20 Milliliter (mL)
Total Capacity 2.15 lb
With Filter Change 4.0 L
With Filter Change 5.0 L
Without Filter Change 3.75 L

Fluid Types & Grades

SpecificationValue
Grade API SE/SF
Refrigerant Oil Type BMW Part No. 81 229 407 028 or equivalent
Refrigerant Type R 12
Viscosity Select rating according to the average seasonal air temperature.

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