how much fluid

[BobC]

Anyone know how much fluid it will take to fill the automatic in my '96 318ti if it's bone dry? I've already put 7 quarts in it but it's still thirsty.

Bob C.

[J!m]

Run out to the book store or library and check the Haynes manual. This is about all that manual is good for...

[bimmerbot]

Hanes manual just says 3.2 quarts of Dexron III type ATF (pp. 1-1 and 1-2)


Bentley manual has more info. Bentley manual says the following:

Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity (refill only)
- A4S 270R/A4S310R
Removal of large sump only: 3.0 liters (3.2 qt)
Removal of both sumps: 5.0 liters (5.3 qt)

- A5S 310Z: 3.3 liters (3.5 qt)

So, it sounds like you've already added about twice as much as necessary. The Bentley manual says the fluid should be checked when it's between 30-55 degrees Celsius, 86-131 degrees Farenheit.

See Bentley pp. 240-1 thru 240-3 for the full procedure.