For 2011 3 Series Sedan Fifth generation LCI BMW recommends to use: and genuine OEM compressor oil with a part number: 81 22 9 407 724. To select the right compressor oil see the table below.

How much compressor oil you need to put into 2011 3 Series Sedan depends on conditions listed below.

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Condition Volume
expand_more316 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2009.7–2011.12)
Denso 5SE12C compressor 5.07 US fl. oz.
Denso 6SBU14C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
Denso 6SEU14A compressor 5.07 US fl. oz.
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 121 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
Denso 5SE12C compressor 5.07 US fl. oz.
Denso 6SBU14C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
Denso 6SEU14A compressor 5.07 US fl. oz.
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.7–2011.12)
Denso 5SE12C compressor 5.07 US fl. oz.
Denso 6SBU14C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
Denso 6SEU14A compressor 5.07 US fl. oz.
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2010.1–2011.12)
Denso 5SE12C compressor 5.07 US fl. oz.
Denso 6SBU14C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
Denso 6SEU14A compressor 5.07 US fl. oz.
expand_more320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.7–2011.12)
Denso 5SE12C compressor 5.07 US fl. oz.
Denso 6SBU14C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
Denso 6SEU14A compressor 5.07 US fl. oz.
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12)
Denso 7SEU17C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
Denso 7SEU17C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
expand_more325 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12)
Denso 6SBU14C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
Denso 7SEU17C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
expand_more325 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 201 HP engine (2010.1–2011.12)
Denso 6SBU14C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
Denso 7SEU17C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
Denso 7SBU17C compressor 4.06 US fl. oz.
Denso 7SEU17C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
Denso 7SBU17C compressor 4.06 US fl. oz.
Denso 7SEU17C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
Denso 7SBU17C compressor 4.06 US fl. oz.
Denso 7SEU17C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
expand_more325 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
Denso 7SBU17C compressor 4.06 US fl. oz.
Denso 7SEU17C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
expand_more330 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
Denso 6SBU14C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
Denso 7SEU17C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
expand_more330 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2009.1–2011.12)
Denso 6SBU14C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
Denso 7SEU17C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
expand_more335 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2011.12)
Denso 7SBU17C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
Denso 7SEU17C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
expand_more335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 300 HP engine (2011.1–2011.12)
Denso 7SEU17C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
expand_more335 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
Denso 7SEU17C compressor 6.09 US fl. oz.
When replacing the compressor 1.69 US fl. oz.
Part number: 81 22 9 407 724
expand_moreWhen replacing the condenser
Condenser with integrated dryer 1.86 US fl. oz.
Part number: 81 22 9 407 724
expand_moreWhen replacing the dryer
expand_more316 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2009.7–2011.12)
Condenser with integrated dryer 1.86 US fl. oz.
Part number: 81 22 9 407 724
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2010.1–2011.12)
Condenser with integrated dryer 1.86 US fl. oz.
Part number: 81 22 9 407 724
expand_more335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 300 HP engine (2011.1–2011.12)
Condenser with integrated dryer 1.86 US fl. oz.
Part number: 81 22 9 407 724
expand_moreAll other modifications
Condenser without integrated dryer 1.18 US fl. oz.
Part number: 81 22 9 407 724
When replacing the evaporator 1.18 US fl. oz.
Part number: 81 22 9 407 724
When replacing the high-pressure line 1.18 US fl. oz.
Part number: 81 22 9 407 724
When replacing the low-pressure line 1.18 US fl. oz.
Part number: 81 22 9 407 724
expand_moreAll other modifications
Calsonic CSE613C compressor 5.07 US fl. oz.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2011 BMW 3 Series Sedan user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and BMW warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow BMW 3 Series Sedan service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

Doing basic service for your 2011 BMW 3 Series Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2011 BMW 3 Series Sedan generations

In 2011 BMW offered 2 generations of the 3 Series Sedan. Air conditioning compressor oil capacity may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW 3 Series Sedan Fifth generation LCI model years

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