BMW 3 series, E90 / E91 / E92 (USA)

Transfer case fluid capacity & service interval

BMW 3 series, E90 / E91 / E92 (USA) models require Transfer case fluid with a capacity of 0,52 liter. The data covers 6 configurations.

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

TypeSpecifications
335i xDrive, N55 (2010-2013)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 0,52 liter (Initial fill)
335xi, N54 (2007-2010)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 0,52 liter (Initial fill)
328xi (2006-2012)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 0,52 liter (Initial fill)
328xi, SULEV (2006-2012)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 0,52 liter (Initial fill)
330xi (2005-2006)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 0,52 liter (Initial fill)
325xi (2004-2006)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 0,52 liter (Initial fill)

Additional Notes

  • Across all listed xDrive and xi variants of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91/E92, the transfer case fluid capacity is 0.52 liter, recorded as an initial fill figure.
  • An initial fill value represents the factory-measured quantity of fluid sealed into the unit at the time of manufacture or assembly, rather than the amount used during a routine service top-up or a full drain-and-refill overhaul procedure.
  • The 0.52 liter figure is notably small, which is consistent with the compact, single-speed transfer cases typically found in longitudinally mounted all-wheel-drive systems used in rear-biased passenger cars.
  • All six configurations carry a normal use condition designation, meaning the listed capacity applies to standard operating environments rather than severe-duty cycles such as frequent towing, off-road use, or extreme temperature exposure.
  • The 325xi spans 2004-2006, the 330xi spans 2005-2006, and both share the same 0.52 liter initial fill as the later 328xi and 335-series variants, indicating no capacity change occurred across the transition between those earlier and later model year groups.
  • The 328xi and 328xi SULEV are listed as separate configurations covering 2006-2012, yet both carry an identical 0.52 liter initial fill, showing that the Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle designation did not alter the transfer case fluid specification.
  • The 335xi uses the N54 engine and covers 2007-2010, while the 335i xDrive uses the N55 engine and covers 2010-2013. Despite the engine change between generations, the transfer case fluid capacity remains 0.52 liter for both.

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