BMW 8 series, E31 (EU)

Differential fluid capacity & service interval

BMW 8 series, E31 (EU) differential fluid capacity ranges from 1,9 liters to 2,7 liters. The data covers 14 configurations.

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

TypeSpecifications
  • 840Ci (1995-1999)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,9 liter
  • 840Ci (1995-1999)
  • Rear, with differential lock
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,9 liter
  • 850Ci (1994-1999)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,9 liter
  • 850Ci (1994-1999)
  • Rear, with differential lock
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,9 liter
  • 850CSi (1994-1997)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,7 liter
  • 850CSi (1994-1997)
  • Rear, with differential lock
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,7 liter
  • 840Ci (1993-1996)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,9 liter
  • 840Ci (1993-1996)
  • Rear, with differential lock
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,9 liter
  • 850Ci (1992-1994)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,9 liter
  • 850Ci (1992-1994)
  • Rear, with differential lock
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,9 liter
  • 850CSi (1992-1994)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,7 liter
  • 850CSi (1992-1994)
  • Rear, with differential lock
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,7 liter
  • 850i (1990-1992)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,9 liter
  • 850i (1990-1992)
  • Rear, with differential lock
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,9 liter

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