BMW 3 series, E36 (EU)

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

BMW 3 series, E36 (EU) models require automatic transmission fluid with capacities ranging from 1,7 to 7,8 liters. The data covers 32 configurations.

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

TypeSpecifications
  • 316i Compact (1999-2001)
  • With black rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 316i Compact (1999-2001)
  • With green rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 325td (1996-1999)
  • With black rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 325td (1996-1999)
  • With green rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 318is (1995-1999)
  • With black rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 318is (1995-1999)
  • With green rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 318ti Compact (1995-2001)
  • With black rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 318ti Compact (1995-2001)
  • With green rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
M3 (1995-1999)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,9 liter (Dry fill)
  • Capacity 1,7 liter (Service fill)
  • Code: Getrag S6S 420G SMG 6/1
  • 318ti Compact (1994-1996)
  • With black rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 318ti Compact (1994-1996)
  • With green rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 323i (1994-1999)
  • With black rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 323i (1994-1999)
  • With green rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 328i (1994-1999)
  • With black rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 328i (1994-1999)
  • With green rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 328i (1994-1999)
  • With green rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3 liter
  • Code: ZF 5HP18 (A5S310Z) 5/1
  • 316i (1993-1999)
  • With black rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 316i (1993-1999)
  • With green rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 316i Compact (1993-2001)
  • With black rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 316i Compact (1993-2001)
  • With green rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 318i (1992-2000)
  • With black rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 318i (1992-2000)
  • With green rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 318is (1992-1996)
  • With black rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 318is (1992-1996)
  • With green rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 316i (1991-1994)
  • With black rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 316i (1991-1994)
  • With green rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 325i (1991-1995)
  • With black rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 325i (1991-1995)
  • With green rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 325td (1991-1995)
  • With black rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 325td (1991-1995)
  • With green rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 318i (1990-1994)
  • With black rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1
  • 318i (1990-1994)
  • With green rating plate
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,3 liter
  • Capacity 7,8 liter (+ torque converter)
  • Code: GM THM-R1 (A4S270/310R) 4/1

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