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BMW 735i Fluid Specifications

Verified fluid grades and capacities for your car. (1981–1992)

Capacities

SpecificationValue
735i, 735iL R-12
All up to 3/92
740i, 740iL, 750iL R-134a
From 9/92 11/92 was the production start of 1993 MY
750iL R-12
All up to 11/92 11/92 was the production start of 1993 MY
Refrigerant Oil Total Fill Capacity 170 mL
Total Capacity 2.59 lb
With Filter Change 5.75 L
Without Filter Change 5.0 L

Fluid Types & Grades

SpecificationValue
Grade API SH/SJ
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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