Automatic Transmission

for 2008 BMW 1 Series 3.0L I6 · RWD

Fluid Type

BMW Lifeguard 6 ATF

Spec: BMW 83 22 2 152 426 or equivalent

Capacity

9.5qt

8.99 L

Drain & Refill

5 qt

4.73 L

Change Interval

50,000 mi

80,450 km

Notes

ZF 6HP19/6HP21 6-speed automatic; BMW claims lifetime fill but recommend service at 50k-60k miles; requires fluid warmed to specific temp for proper fill

Other fluid systems on this vehicle

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