BMW Antifreeze: Current Grey Spec and the Blue It Replaced
Explore BMW antifreeze specifications, focusing on the current grey spec (BMW GS 94000) and the blue it replaced. Learn about compatibility and performance.
By Lee Shahin ·
BMW parts and maintenance guidance
Find guidance for your next repair or service. Check the engine, model year and manufacturer specification before choosing a part.
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Understand coolant approvals, compatibility and cooling-system maintenance before choosing a product.
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Compare manufacturer oil approvals and find the specification for your engine.
Filters →
Identify the correct filter for your engine and service.
Brakes & Brake Fluid →
Find brake maintenance and fluid guidance. Confirm safety-critical fitment with a qualified technician.
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Check transmission-specific fluid approvals and service requirements.
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Understand steering-fluid specifications and avoid incompatible products.
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Buying Guides · BMW
BMW Oil Filter Guide: Check the Application Before Ordering
Check BMW oil-filter applications, distinguish filter part numbers from oil approvals, and review the MANN-FILTER HU 6014/1 z before ordering.
By Lee Shahin ·
Explore: Filters
Fluid & Specification Guides · BMW
BMW Transmission Fluid Specs: ZF, GM, and DCT Explained
BMW transmission fluid specs vary by transmission type, not by model name. A ZF 8HP requires BMW ATF 8, while a ZF 6HP needs BMW ATF 3+.
By Lee Shahin ·
Explore: Transmission & Drivetrain
Fluid & Specification Guides · BMW
BMW X5 Oil Type and Coolant by Generation (E53-G05)
The BMW X5 oil type and coolant specifications change with each generation, and I've watched shops make the same mistake: they assume a 5W-30 is a 5W-30, or that all BMW coolant is blue.
By Lee Shahin ·
Explore: Cooling & Coolant · Engine Oil & Service
Fluid & Specification Guides · BMW
BMW X3 and 335i Oil Type: N52, N54, N55, B58 Engines
Learn the BMW X3 and 335i Oil Type specifications for N52, N54, N55, and B58 engines, including viscosity grades and approval requirements.
By Lee Shahin ·
Explore: Engine Oil & Service
Fluid & Specification Guides · BMW
BMW 328i Oil Type and Capacity by Year (E90, F30, N52, N20)
The BMW 328i oil type and capacity depend on which generation and engine code you have. The 328i came in two generations with two different engines, and the oil spec changed between them.
By Lee Shahin ·
Explore: Engine Oil & Service
Fluid & Specification Guides · BMW
BMW Brake Fluid: DOT 4 Low Viscosity and Two-Year Interval
BMW brake fluid is not a preference — it is a requirement. I have watched customers at the counter pick up generic DOT 4 because the boiling point looked close enough, then return three months later when the ABS light…
By Lee Shahin ·
Explore: Brakes & Brake Fluid
Fluid & Specification Guides · BMW
BMW LL-01 Oil: Specification Meaning and Approved Oils
A 2008 335i takes LL-01 oil. Run a generic 5W-30 without that sheet approval and the Valvetronic solenoids clog first, then the VANOS actuators start hunting.
By Lee Shahin ·
Explore: Engine Oil & Service
Fluid & Specification Guides · BMW
BMW Power Steering Fluid: Pentosin CHF 11S vs ATF by Model
When it comes to BMW Power Steering Fluid, understanding the specific requirements for each model is crucial. Over the years, I've encountered numerous situations at the parts counter where customers were unsure about…
By Lee Shahin ·
Explore: Steering & Hydraulics
Maintenance & Service Intervals · BMW
BMW Brake Maintenance Guide 2025: Complete Care for Your Braking System
Expert guide to BMW brake maintenance covering pads, rotors, fluid, and warning signs. Keep your BMW stopping safely with proper brake care.
By EWP Technical Team ·
Explore: Brakes & Brake Fluid