1986 BMW 528E Fluids and Chemicals

Valvoline DEX/MERC ATF is a high-quality transmission fluid formulated to meet the challenging demands many automatic transmissions. Its responsive low-temperature fluidity is beneficial in both electronic and hydraulic controlled transmissions and transaxles. Recommended for use in the following applications: MERCON®, DEXRON®-III, Ford M2C138-CJ and M2C166-H, Allison C-4 and TES-389, and Caterpillar TO-2.

Product Features:

• Formulated with premium base stocks and advanced additive technology to meet the challenging demands of automatic transmissions.
• Enhanced anti-shudder protection for smooth shifting and maximum power transfer
• Developed with anti-wear technology to help improve transmission durability
• Engineered with a proprietary blend of base oils and advanced additives to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures

Mobil 1 advanced full synthetic motor oil 5W-30 helps to extend engine life for vehicles of all ages. Mobil 1 advanced synthetic motor oil is designed to deliver outstanding engine protection from the five factors that can damage engines over time and protect critical engine parts for up to 10,000 miles between oil changes (1) . Its uniform synthetic oil molecules reduce friction, helping to prevent deposits and sludge buildup. Mobil 1 helps to keep your engine running at lower temperatures. (2) This technologically advanced motor oil is proven to cool engine temperatures by over 10%. (3) Its formulation provides excellent internal engine heat protection (up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit), and low-temperature protection (to -30 degrees Fahrenheit), supporting quick cold-weather starting and ultra-fast protection. Mobil 1 advanced full synthetic motor oil meets ILSAC GF-6 standards to help provide low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) and timing chain wear protection while keeping your engine clean and helping to improve your fuel economy. Mobil 1 advanced full synthetic motor oil 5W-30 also helps control oxidation to prevent oil breakdown and is recommended by ExxonMobil for all types of modern vehicles, including high-performance turbo-charged, and supercharged gasoline and diesel multi-valve fuel-injected engines found in passenger cars, SUVs, light vans, and light trucks. Mobil 1 is America’s leading synthetic motor oil brand at retail¿, recommended by car builders and experienced mechanics, and is the Official Motor Oil of NASCAR®. ( (1) Protects for up to 10,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. To learn more about the Mobil 1 Limited Warranty, visit Mobil.US. (2) Compared to conventional oil. (3) Based on proprietary engine testing¿results may vary. (4) Source: The NPD Group/Retail Tracking Service/Dollar Sales/PCMO Full Synthetic/52 weeks ending February 25, 2023.)

Product Features:

• Mobil 1 advanced full synthetic motor oil 5W-30 helps to protect your engine from the five factors that can damage engines over time
• Helps protect critical engine parts for up to 10,000 miles between oil changes,(1) controlling oxidation to prevent oil breakdown and maintaining excellent viscosity
• Meets ILSAC GF-6 standards to help provide low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) and timing chain wear protection while keeping your engine clean and helping to improve your fuel economy
• Mobil 1 is specially formulated to help remove sludge and lower engine temperatures
• Provides excellent internal engine heat protection (up to 500 degrees F) and low temperature protection (to -30 degrees F)
• Manufacturer Part Number: 124315
• Versatile Application: Recommended by ExxonMobil for all types of modern vehicles, including high-performance turbo-charged and supercharged gasoline and diesel multi-valve fuel-injected engines found in passenger cars, SUVs, light vans, and light trucks.

Prestone® MAX DOT 4 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid is our highest grade formula, maximizing performance vs. DOT standard. Prestone MAX is our best brake fluid at protecting against overheating and brake fade. With 75,000 mile fluid life, our longest life fluid has 1.5X more miles between replacement than regular Prestone DOT 3. Prestone MAX has superior performance in severe braking conditions when compared to regular Prestone DOT 4, which means even more piece of mind about the braking system. This synthetic fluid starts with our highest dry boiling point giving our best protection against performance decline due to water absorption. Prestone MAX DOT 4 is safe to use in all DOT 4 braking systems, ABS, disc or drum, and can mix with any DOT 4 fluid. Mixing Prestone MAX with other fluids will lower the performance rating for miles and boil points, for best results replace completely with Prestone MAX DOT 4. It is recommended to only use the DOT fluid specified for your car. Using a different DOT product can affect the boiling point or replacement interval if the wrong fluid is used.

Product Features:

• 75,000 Mile Fluid Life
• Prevent Overheating & Brake Fade with Our Highest Grade Formula. Prevents corrosion of all metals within the braking system.
• Superior Protection in Extreme Braking Conditions
• Synthetic, Long Life Formula – 1.5X Longer than regular Prestone DOT 4

Prestone® DOT 4 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid delivers enhanced performance vs. DOT standards, benefitting all vehicles calling for DOT 4. This synthetic fluid starts with a higher dry boiling point than the DOT minimum standard to protect against overheating, brake fade and performance decline due to water absorption. This extended life (50,000 mile) fluid is also formulated to prevent corrosion of all metals within the braking system. This formula is safe to use in all DOT 4 braking systems (ABS, disc or drum) and can mix with any DOT 4 fluid. It is recommended to only use the DOT fluid specified for your car, as using a different DOT product can affect the boiling point or replacement interval if the wrong fluid is used.

Product Features:

• 50,000 Mile Fluid Life
• Prevent Overheating & Brake Fade with High Grade Formula
• Protects against performance decline due to water absorption. Prevents corrosion of all metals within the braking system.
• Synthetic, Extended Fluid Life Formula

Valvoline MaxLife Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is a full-synthetic formulation with advanced additives to prevent the major causes of transmission breakdown and help extend transmission life.  Developed to help prevent leaks, maximize transmission performance, reduce transmission wear, and maintain smooth shifting longer than conventional fluids. It is suitable for use in a broad range of ATF applications including most Ford, GM, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Hyundai, BMW, Mercedes, Volvo, VW & Audi.

Product Features:

• Formulated with full-synthetic base stocks and advanced additive technology to meet the challenging demands of automatic transmissions.
• Long life friction modifiers help improve smooth shifting, eliminate slippage and shudder, prevent clutch wear and improve drivability longer than conventional fluids
• High-performance seal conditioners maintain and preserve the elasticity of seals to help prevent leaks in high mileage transmissions
• Developed with anti-wear technology to help improve transmission durability
• Advanced additives to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures
• Suitable for 95% of traditional ATFs including Dex/Merc, Mercon LV & Mercon V

FRAM DEX III/MERC ATF is formulated for older model Ford and General Motors  vehicles requiring MERCON®, DEXRON-I®, DEXRON-II® and DEXRON-III®. It is also  recommended for transmissions, power steering systems, and hydraulic systems  requiring a DEXRONIII® or Caterpillar TO-2 fluid. FRAM DEX III/MERC ATF may also  be used in compressors, pumps, and hydraulic systems. FRAM DEX III-H/M ATF is  recommended for use in all transmissions, hydraulic systems, and power steering units  manufactured by American, European, Korean, Japanese and other manufactures from  around the world specifying DEXRON®III H/Mercon® and earlier DEXRON®/Mercon® type transmission fluids.

Product Features:

• Good foam and corrosion prevention
• Safe for seals
• Promotes smooth shifting
• ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR VEHICLES OPERATING MANUAL TO SELECT THE CORRECT GRADE FLUID FOR YOUR TRANSMISSION
• TRANSMISSION FLUIDS ALSO APPLICABLE IN POWER STEERING UNITS; CHECK OWNERS’ MANUAL

Castrol Transmax ATF/CVT Universal is a technologically advanced full-synthetic formulation designed to deliver excellent performance in most of the traditional stepped automatic transmissions and Continuously Variable Transmissions currently in use. It is also suitable for use in hybrids.

Product Features:

• Coverage of over 300 specs/95% of vehicles in operation
• Broad scope of vehicle applications improves workshop efficiency and inventory management
• Enhanced friction durability for smooth transmission performance
• Superior high temperature protection to effectively resist oxidation

Valvoline DEXRON-VI/MERCON LV ATF is a full-synthetic transmission fluid formulated with advanced additive technology to meet and exceed the requirements of the General Motors DEXRON-VI specification. It is officially licensed and approved by GM and is fully back-serviceable and can be used wherever DEXRON-II and/or DEXRON-III are recommended. Recommended for use in the following applications: DEXRON-VI, DEXRON-III, DEXRON-II, MERCON LV and Allison C-4.

Product Features:

• Formulated with full-synthetic base stocks and advanced additive technology to meet the challenging demands of automatic transmissions
• Enhanced anti-shudder protection for smooth shifting and maximum power transfer
• Developed with anti-wear technology to help improve transmission durability
• Engineered with a proprietary blend of base oils and advanced additives to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures

Pentosin ATF 1 is a fully synthetic high performance Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) for life-time application in automatic gear boxes. Pentosin ATF 1 is formulated by means of the best commercially available synthetic base oils and additive components. A high performance shear stable VI-Improver plus modern antiwear chemistry and friction modifiers guarantee a sound stable friction performance in modern automatic transmissions equipped with an electronically controlled converter clutch.

Product Features:

• Formulated anti-wear chemistry and friction modifiers guarantee stable friction performance in modern transmissions.
• ATF 1 surpasses all Dexron III quality level requirements.
• Meets ZF TE 11B specification standards.
• A fully synthetic high performance ATF for life-time application in automatic gear boxes.

75,000 miles is more than a mile marker. It’s a signal that your engine is ready for greater protection. That’s when you need Valvoline High Mileage with MaxLife Technology Motor Oil. Its exclusive formula is proven to maximize engine life in cars, trucks, and SUVs with over 75,000 miles. Our mixture is specially developed with a unique combination of synthetic and premium conventional oils to protect your high-mileage motor against wear, friction, heat, and deposits – the four major causes of engine breakdown and expensive repairs. Anti-wear additives defend critical engine components, advanced friction-fighting agents reduce heat and abrasion, added detergents clean the inside of your engine, and premium seal conditioners handle aging seals to prevent leaks. It fights sludge, corrosion and rust that can rob your engine of horsepower, fuel efficiency and longevity. From extreme temperatures and cold starts to stop-and-go traffic and frequent short trips, viscosity modifiers make sure the oil flows more easily, coats more completely, and resists thermal breakdown under even the most intense driving conditions. Its unique mixture curbs contaminants to keep high-mileage engines from burning and consuming oil that can foul spark plugs, creating higher emissions and causing your motor to run roughly.

Product Features:

• Maxlife technology prevents engine breakdown with 40% better wear protection than the industry standard
• Refresh aging seals and prevent leaks with seal conditioners
• Reduce sludge, deposits, corrosion, and rust with added detergents – keep motors clean inside
• Enhanced friction performance helps maximize power with advanced friction-fighting agents
• Meets or exceeds all requirements of ilsac gf-6a, api sp, api sn with sn plus, api sn
• MaxLife High Mileage Synthetic Blend Engine Oil is specially designed for engines with over 75,000 miles, providing greater protection and maximizing engine life.

75,000 miles is more than a mile marker. It’s a signal that your engine is ready for greater protection. That’s when you need Valvoline High Mileage with MaxLife Technology Motor Oil. Its exclusive formula is proven to maximize engine life in cars, trucks, and SUVs with over 75,000 miles. Our mixture is specially developed with a unique combination of synthetic and premium conventional oils to protect your high-mileage motor against wear, friction, heat, and deposits – the four major causes of engine breakdown and expensive repairs. Anti-wear additives defend critical engine components, advanced friction-fighting agents reduce heat and abrasion, added detergents clean the inside of your engine, and premium seal conditioners handle aging seals to prevent leaks. It fights sludge, corrosion and rust that can rob your engine of horsepower, fuel efficiency and longevity. From extreme temperatures and cold starts to stop-and-go traffic and frequent short trips, viscosity modifiers make sure the oil flows more easily, coats more completely, and resists thermal breakdown under even the most intense driving conditions. Its unique mixture curbs contaminants to keep high-mileage engines from burning and consuming oil that can foul spark plugs, creating higher emissions and causing your motor to run roughly.

Product Features:

• Maxlife technology prevents engine breakdown with 40% better wear protection than the industry standard
• Refresh aging seals and prevent leaks with seal conditioners
• Reduce sludge, deposits, corrosion, and rust with added detergents – keep motors clean inside
• Enhanced friction performance helps maximize power with advanced friction-fighting agents
• Meets or exceeds all requirements of ilsac gf-6a, api sp, api sn with sn plus, api sn
• Anti-wear additives: The oil contains anti-wear additives that defend critical engine components against wear and tear, reducing the risk of expensive repairs.

Prestone® European Vehicles (Teal) antifreeze+coolant (AFC) is our MOST ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY specially designed to work with all BMW®; All Mini®; All Volvo®; Mercedes® older than 2014; Volkswagen® older than 1997; Audi® older than 1997; Jaguar® older than 1999, Porsche® older than 1996. This extended life coolant is formulated for these engines and the specific needs placed on the coolant. Prestone’s Antifreeze+Coolants are designed to the highest standards using state of the art technology. These fluids are designed to not only manage the engine temp, antifreeze and antiboil, they also guard against rust & corrosion. This fluid is designed to last 5yrs / 150,000 miles. Year Round Protection – Antifreeze to -34 Deg. F; Antiboil/overheat protection to +265 Deg. F.

Product Features:

• Specially formulated to work with vehicles using teal colored fluid; HOAT or G48/G11. All BMWs; All Minis; All Volvos; Mercedes pre-2014; Volkswagen pre-1997; Audi pre-1997; Jaguar pre-1999; Porsche pre-1996.
• Superior protection guarantee – 5 Yr., 150,000 mile Extended life formula
• Includes protection against scale, rust and corrosion of all cooling system metals, including aluminum.
• Ready to Use formula – Prediluted 50/50. Perfect for small volume top-off or complete drain and refill of the cooling system

PEAK ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY ANTIFREEZE + COOLANT for EUROPEAN VEHICLES is a line of premium coolants specifically designed to match the technology and color requirements of European vehicles. Each coolant is formulated with the same corrosion inhibitor technology that protected your vehicle straight from the factory. Color cues on the packaging and a list of covered vehicles on the front label make it easy to identify the right match for your specific vehicle. PEAK ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY ANTIFREEZE + COOLANT for EUROPEAN VEHICLES – BLUE is an ethylene glycol-based antifreeze/coolant specifically developed for use in any European vehicle requiring a Blue silicate-enhanced hybrid organic acid technology (Si-HOAT) formula. It contains high-quality organic and inorganic corrosion inhibitors and is free of nitrite, phosphate and amines chemicals. PEAK ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY ANTIFREEZE + COOLANT for EUROPEAN VEHICLES – BLUE meets the performance requirements of ASTM D3306 and BS 6580. With a complete flush and fill, PEAK guarantees this coolant will provide service life protection of up to 150,000 miles or 5 years.

Product Features:

• Matches each European vehicle manufacturer’s technology and color requirements
• Protects all cooling system metals from rust and corrosion
• Meets the performance requirements of ASTM D3306 and BS 6580
• Service life of up to 5 years/150,000 miles with a complete cooling system flush and fill
• Color-coding and vehicle applications listed on the front simplify selecting the right antifreeze/coolant
• Available as both concentrate and 50/50 products to do the job right
• Testing Requirements: For proper freeze and boil over protection, use a traditional refractometer or hydrometer to measure the percentage of ethylene glycol by volume.

Fram Extended Life AMAM Concentrate is compatible with ANY antifreeze/coolant in ANY vehicle with aluminum or other cooling system metals. The formulas have a blend of long-lasting inhibitors to guard against temperature extremes and the effects of rust, corrosion, and premature water pump failure. FRAM Concentrate meets or exceeds ASTM D3306 and D4985 for corrosion protection for cars and light duty trucks, while providing reliable freeze-up & boil-over protection.

Product Features:

• Formulated to work with All Vehicles. Universally works with all fluid colors; All OAT, POAT, HOAT & IAT
• 5 Yr., 150,000 mile Extended life formula.
• Meets or exceeds ASTM D3306 & D4985 for corrosion protection.
• Concentrated formula. Must mix with high quality (distilled/deionized) water to the desired ratio. Can be used for top-off, complete drain and refill or flush and refill of the cooling system.

Prestone® MAX European Vehicles Power Steering Fluid (PSF) + Stop Leak maximizes and increases system life + the power to stop leaks. Stop Leak additives renew, restore and condition seals in the power steering system. These seals harden and shrink over time which are the likely cause of leaks. This formula is also great at preventing leaks by rejuvenating seals before they leak. This synthetic fluid is designed with 2X Anti-wear System Protection, which means more protection against pump failure, squeals and clogs. 100,000 mile fluid life, 2X more than conventional fluid, extends the time between replacement. This fluid is formulated for European vehicle manufacturers: Audi, BMW, Jaguar, Mini, Porsche, Mercedes, Saab, Volvo, Volkswagen and others. Many cars 2006 and newer use synthetic based fluids for longer life and better protection. Conventional and synthetic fluids can be mixed but performance and replacement intervals are reduced by the conventional fluid.

Product Features:

• 100,000 Mile Fluid Life. Synthetic Formula for longer life and more protection
• MAX + Stop Leak. Stop Leak Additives to prevent and stop power steering system leaks.
• For use in European vehicle manufacturers: Audi, BMW, Jaguar, Mini, Porsche, Mercedes, Saab, Volvo, Volkswagen and others
• 2X Anti-Wear Protection for enhanced System Life vs. conventional fluid. More protection against pump failure, squeals and clogs

Pentosin ATF 1 is a fully synthetic high performance Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) for life-time application in automatic gear boxes. Pentosin ATF 1 is formulated by means of the best commercially available synthetic base oils and additive components. A high performance shear stable VI-Improver plus modern antiwear chemistry and friction modifiers guarantee a sound stable friction performance in modern automatic transmissions equipped with an electronically controlled converter clutch.

Product Features:

• Formulated anti-wear chemistry and friction modifiers guarantee stable friction performance in modern transmissions.
• ATF 1 surpasses all Dexron III quality level requirements.
• Meets ZF TE 11B specification standards.
• A fully synthetic high performance ATF for life-time application in automatic gear boxes.

Prestone® Power Steering Fluid + Stop Leak (PSF+SL) delivers increased system life and prevents & stops system leaks. Stop Leak additives renew, restore and condition seals in the power steering system. These seals harden and shrink over time which are the likely cause of leaks. The stop leak additives also prevent leaks by rejuvenating seals before they leak. Also designed with Anti-wear System Protection, Prestone PSF+SL protects against pump failure, squeals and clogs. This 50,000 mile fluid life is formulated for use in all manufacturers; cars, SUVs, crossovers, and light and medium duty trucks. This a conventional fluid. Many cars 2006 and newer use synthetic based fluids for longer life and better protection. Conventional and synthetic fluids can be mixed but performance and replacement intervals are reduced by the conventional fluid.

Product Features:

• 50,000 Mile Fluid Life
• Includes Stop Leak Additives to prevent and stop power steering system leaks.
• Anti-Wear Protection = Increased System Life. Protects against pump failure, squeals and clogs. Corrosion protection for metals, rubber & gasket components.
• Conventional Formula – For use in all manufacturers

Valvoline Import Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid is specifically formulated for use in most Toyota, Nissan, Honda and other imported vehicles. It is formulated with all synthetic base stocks and a proprietary additive system to ensure optimal transmission performance in a wide variety of vehicles. Valvoline Import Multi-Vehicle ATF can also be used in many domestic vehicles. It meets requirements of General Motors and Ford vehicles. Recommended for use in the following applications: Ford MERCON®, GM DEXRON®-II and DEXRON®-III, BMW LT 71141 and ETL-7045E, Nissan/Infiniti Nissan ATF, Matic-D, Matic-K and Matic-J, Mitsubishi Diamond SP-II and SP-III, Subaru ATF-HP, Hyundai/ KIA SP-II and SP-III , Toyota/Lexus Type T, T-III and T-IV , Honda/Acura ATF-Z1 (except in CVTs) , Mercedes Benz NAG1 , Volvo passenger car (except AW-1), and Volkswagen/Audi TL52162. For CVT applications Valvoline recommends Valvoline Full Synthetic CVT Fluid.

Product Features:

• Formulated with full-synthetic base stocks and advanced additive technology to meet the challenging demands of automatic transmissions.
• Enhanced anti-shudder protection for smooth shifting and maximum power transfer
• Developed with anti-wear technology to help improve transmission durability
• Engineered with a proprietary blend of base oils and advanced additives to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures

Pentosin CHF 11S is a synthetic high performance hydraulic fluid for life-time application in modern vehicle aggregates. Pentosin CHF 11S is especially designed for hydraulics in the automotive industry with the highest technical requirements such as in: power steering, level control, shock absorber, hydro-pneumatic suspension, stability and traction control, hydraulics for convertible tops, central lock systems, etc. It is suitable for all extreme conditions and guarantees full performance from -40C to over 130C system temperature.

Product Features:

• Ideal for cold weather climates.
• Operating temperature range from -40C to 130C
• Works perfectly under extreme temperature changes.
• Used by more then 25 global vehicle manufactures as OE first-fill.

Product Features:

• Reduces heat & wear
• Eliminates TQ converter shudder & clutch pack chatter
• For all automatic transmissions & 4×4 transfer cases