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BMW 535i Fluid Specifications

Verified fluid grades and capacities for your car. (1985–2017)

Capacities

SpecificationValue
Amount of refrigerant machine oil 10 g
Amount of refrigerant machine oil 40 g
Refrigerant Oil Capacity 5.7 US
Refrigerant Oil Capacity Drum Type Compressor
300 Cubic Centimeter (cc)
Total Capacity 1925 g
Total Capacity 2.15 lb
With Filter Change 5.75 L
Without Filter Change 5.0 L

Fluid Types & Grades

SpecificationValue
Grade API SE/SF
Grade API SG/SH
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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