ZF rack and pinion steering
NOTE:
The oil reservoirs for hydraulic fluid are marked on the rim of the reservoir to show which type of oil grade can be used. ATF oil or Pentosin CHF oil
Only for topping up hydraulic steering
| Trade name |
BMW part number |
Container size |
Oil color |
| BMW automatic transmission fluid D II |
81 22 9 400 272 |
1-liter can |
red |
| Trade name |
BMW part number |
Container size |
Oil color |
| Pentosin CHF 11S) |
83 29 0 429 576 |
1-liter can |
green |
The ZF rack and pinion steering has lifetime lubrication and is thus maintenance-free. In case of repair, the affected steering components must be lubricated with the following grease:
| Trade name |
BMW part number |
Container size |
| Lubricating grease FB-1 |
83 23 2 208 093 |
100 g tube |
RR1, RR2 and RR3 models are filled with Texaco Cold Climate.
| Trade name |
BMW part number |
Container size |
| Texaco Cold Climate |
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