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Cadeez
06-02-2017, 08:34 AM
I thought I had some on the shelf, but looks like I used it. Need to bleed em this weekend. As long as it's DOT 4, does it really matter? I don't track, simple DD.

I think this is what I used before
https://www.ecstuning.com/b-ate-parts/sl6-brake-fluid-1-liter/sl6~ate/

However the OEM fluid seems like a better deal, I can't imagine it really takes three of these for a flush...
https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-bmw-parts/brake-fluid-355ml/81220142156/
sillieidiot
06-02-2017, 12:33 PM
Yeah it doesn't really matter. It takes 3 of the OE ones because it's 355 mL per bottle. Usually they come in like 500 mL or like 1 L bottles for other brands.
John in VA
06-02-2017, 12:33 PM
I used the BMW fluid last time as the local BMW club chapter had a DIY tech session at the local dealer so I purchased the fluid there. I typically use Valvoline DOT 3 and 4 Synthetic Brake Fluid as it's reasonably priced, readily available so I don't worry about compatibility & works for me.
san
06-02-2017, 12:56 PM
I used the BMW fluid


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ELCID86
06-02-2017, 01:18 PM
The blue can.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170603/02ac71fbe78236cb05321137abadc18f.jpg
Cadeez
06-02-2017, 02:03 PM
Right on, thanks fellas!
BMWM3186
06-02-2017, 07:46 PM
What about the DOT 4 LV (low viscosity) Bentley says to use in the e46?

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derbo
06-02-2017, 10:10 PM
The blue can.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170603/02ac71fbe78236cb05321137abadc18f.jpg

Same as you! :)
BMWCurves
06-03-2017, 05:42 AM
I've been using Pentosin DOT4 LV. Might switch.
az3579
06-03-2017, 11:53 AM
Using ATE Typ200 because I do about 2-3 track events per year so I need higher boiling point temp fluid.

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kayger12
06-04-2017, 04:20 AM
30168

ATE SL.6 as I don't track the car. The ATE 200 is great if you track, but if you don't-- it's more hygroscopic than the SL6 and doesn't have the anti-corrosive additives.
Cadeez
06-07-2017, 08:10 AM
30168

ATE SL.6 as I don't track the car. The ATE 200 is great if you track, but if you don't-- it's more hygroscopic than the SL6 and doesn't have the anti-corrosive additives.

I don't track, so that is good to know. Thanks!
kayger12
06-07-2017, 08:52 AM
I don't track, so that is good to know. Thanks!

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Sicily1918
06-09-2017, 09:01 PM
The blue can.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170603/02ac71fbe78236cb05321137abadc18f.jpg
Same here :thumbup