BMW 3 series, E21 (EU)

Power steering fluid capacity & service interval

BMW 3 series, E21 (EU) models utilize power steering fluid with a capacity of 1,2 liters. Service intervals require a check every 15000 km. The data covers 9 configurations.

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

TypeSpecifications
  • 315 (1981-1983)
  • Separate system (ATF cap)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
  • Check 15000 km
  • 316 (1981-1982)
  • Separate system (ATF cap)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
  • Check 15000 km
  • 318i (1981-1982)
  • Separate system (ATF cap)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
  • Check 15000 km
  • 320/6 (1977-1982)
  • Separate system (ATF cap)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
  • Check 15000 km
  • 323i (1977-1982)
  • Separate system (ATF cap)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
  • Check 15000 km
  • 316 (1975-1980)
  • Separate system (ATF cap)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
  • Check 15000 km
  • 318 (1975-1980)
  • Separate system (ATF cap)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
  • Check 15000 km
  • 320 (1975-1977)
  • Separate system (ATF cap)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
  • Check 15000 km
  • 320i (1975-1977)
  • Separate system (ATF cap)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
  • Check 15000 km

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