1989–2007 BMW 525i
Common problems, technical service bulletins, fluid specs and labor times — verified for your car.
Top Problems (5)
Faulty Fuel Pump
medium
Water Pump Failure
medium
Active Service Bulletins
O8 O1 98 — MoDic III(R) - System Description/Operation: Overview
Technical Service Bulletins
O8 03 98 — MoDic III(R) - Questions and Answers
Technical Service Bulletins
61 04 93 (3879) — Console Window Switches - Fluid Contamination
Power and Ground Distribution
23 03 99 — M/T - Exchanged Transmission Oil Specification
Technical Service Bulletins
10 03 96 — TIS Software Update - 07/97: Overview
Technical Service Bulletins
Key Fluid Specs
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Refrigerant Oil Capacity | Drum Type Compressor |
| Refrigerant Oil Type | BMW Part No. 81 229 407 028 or equivalent |
| Total Capacity | 1925 |
| Refrigerant Type | R 12 |
| Amount Of Refrigerant Machine Oil | 40 |
| Amount Of Refrigerant Machine Oil | 10 |
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