BMW 528e Fluid Specifications
Verified fluid grades and capacities for your car. (1981–1988)
Capacities
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Color Code |
Plug Connection
Blue |
| Refrigerant Oil Capacity | 5.7 US |
| Total Capacity | 2.81 lb |
| With Filter Change | 4.25 L |
| Without Filter Change | 4.0 L |
Fluid Types & Grades
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 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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