BMW 5 series, E28 (USA)

Coolant capacity & service interval

BMW 5 series, E28 (USA) coolant capacity ranges from 11 to 12 liters. The service interval for coolant is 24 months. The data covers 7 configurations.

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

TypeSpecifications
M5 (1987-1988)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 12 liter
  • Change 24 months
528e (1986-1988)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 11 liter
  • Change 24 months
535i/S (1986-1988)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 12 liter
  • Change 24 months
524td (1985-1986)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 11 liter
  • Change 24 months
528e (1985-1986)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 11 liter
  • Change 24 months
535i/S (1985-1986)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 12 liter
  • Change 24 months
528e (1981-1985)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 11 liter
  • Change 24 months

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