Ferrari 512 BB
Coolant capacity & service interval
Ferrari 512 BB coolant specifications indicate a capacity of 22 liters for normal use. The data covers 2 configurations of the model.
The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.
| Type | Specifications |
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| 512 BBi (1981-1984) |
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| 512 BB (1976-1981) |
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Additional Notes
- The Ferrari 512 BB carries a coolant system capacity of 22 liters, which places it among the larger cooling system volumes found in production sports cars of the era, reflecting the thermal demands of a mid-mounted flat-12 engine.
- Both the carbureted 512 BB (1976-1981) and the fuel-injected 512 BBi (1981-1984) share an identical 22-liter cooling system capacity, meaning the transition to Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection introduced no change to the cooling system volume.
- The 22-liter figure represents a full system capacity, meaning a complete drain and refill during an overhaul or major service would require the full volume, whereas a partial drain for routine maintenance would typically recover and require less fluid.
- Both configurations list normal use conditions against the 22-liter capacity, indicating the specified volume applies to standard operating environments rather than a modified or severe-duty service scenario.