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2016 BMW M3
3.0L Twin-Turbo I6•RWD•DCT•gas•S55B30•turbo
3 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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Fluid · Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transmission

for 2016 BMW M3 3.0L Twin-Turbo I6 · RWD
Fluid Type
DCT transmission fluid (Getrag synthetic)
Spec: BMW DCT fluid, Shell M-1375.4 or Castrol BOT 350 M3
Capacity
3.2qt
3.03 L
Drain & Refill
3.2 qt
3.03 L
Change Interval
60,000 mi
96,540 km

Notes

7-speed M-DCT (dual-clutch). Requires specific DCT fluid; ATF will cause damage. Mechatronic unit has separate oil circuit.

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