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1997 BMW 850I E31
5.0L V12 M70•RWD•AUTOMATIC•gas
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Fluid · Rear Differential

Rear Differential

for 1997 BMW 850i E31 5.0L V12 M70 · RWD
Fluid Type
75W-90 synthetic gear oil
Spec: API GL-5
Capacity
1.7qt
1.61 L
Drain & Refill
1.7 qt
1.61 L
Change Interval
60,000 mi
96,540 km

Notes

Limited slip differential may require friction modifier additive depending on specific unit.

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