BMW 3 series Convertible, E93 (USA)

Manual transmission fluid capacity & service interval

BMW 3 series Convertible, E93 (USA) manual transmission fluid capacity ranges from 1,2 to 2,1 liters. The data covers 6 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
335i Convertible, N55 (2010-2013)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
  • Code: ZF GS6-45BZ/DZ 6/1
  • 335is Convertible, N54 (2010-2013)
  • With MTF-LT3 label
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,6 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 1,5 liter (Service fill)
  • Code: ZF GS6-53BZ/DZ 6/1
  • 328i Convertible, N52 (2007-2013)
  • With MTF-LT3 label
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,4 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 1,3 liter (Service fill)
  • Code: Getrag GS6-17BG/DG 6/1
  • 328i Convertible, N51 SULEV (2007-2013)
  • With MTF-LT3 label
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,4 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 1,3 liter (Service fill)
  • Code: Getrag GS6-17BG/DG 6/1
  • 335i Convertible, N54 (2007-2010)
  • With MTF-LT3 label
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,6 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 1,5 liter (Service fill)
  • Code: ZF GS6-53BZ/DZ 6/1
  • M3 Convertible (2007-2013)
  • With MTF-LT3 label
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,1 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 2 liter (Service fill)
  • Code: ZF GS6-53BZ/DZ 6/1

Additional Notes

  • The BMW 3 Series Convertible E93 manual transmission fluid specifications cover six configurations across the 2007-2013 model years, with capacity values split between initial fill and service fill figures where applicable.
  • An initial fill capacity reflects the total fluid volume required when a transmission is built or fully drained during an overhaul, while a service fill capacity reflects the smaller volume needed when fluid is changed during routine maintenance without complete disassembly.
  • The 328i Convertible in both N51 SULEV and N52 engine variants shares identical capacity figures: 1.4 liters for initial fill and 1.3 liters for service fill, with both units specifying fluid meeting the MTF-LT3 label requirement.
  • The 335i Convertible with the N54 engine, covering 2007-2010, carries a notably higher capacity than the 328i variants, at 1.6 liters initial fill and 1.5 liters service fill, also requiring MTF-LT3 labeled fluid.
  • The 335i Convertible with the N55 engine, covering 2010-2013, lists a single capacity figure of 1.2 liters with no initial fill or service fill distinction, and no MTF-LT3 label requirement is noted for the N55 unit.
  • The 335is Convertible with the N54 engine, covering 2010-2013, shares the same 1.6-liter initial fill and 1.5-liter service fill figures as the earlier N54-powered 335i, along with the MTF-LT3 label specification.
  • The M3 Convertible, spanning 2007-2013, carries the largest manual transmission fluid capacity across all E93 configurations, at 2.1 liters for initial fill and 2.0 liters for service fill, consistent with the larger transmission unit used in the high-performance variant.
  • All configurations across the E93 manual transmission fluid specifications are designated for normal use conditions, meaning none of the listed capacities or fluid requirements are tied to a severe-duty or first-change-only service scenario.

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