For 2012 7 Series Fifth generation LCI BMW recommends to use: and genuine OEM automatic transmission fluids with following part numbers: 83 22 0 142 516, and 83 22 2 305 397. To select the right automatic transmission fluid see the table below.

How much automatic transmission fluid you need to put into 2012 7 Series depends on conditions listed below.

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Condition Volume
expand_more730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2009.7–2015.12)
expand_moreGA6HP26Z gearbox
New filling 9.5110.57 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 0 142 516
expand_moreGA8HP70Z gearbox
New filling 8.98 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 2 305 397
expand_more730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
expand_moreGA6HP26Z gearbox
New filling 9.5110.57 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 0 142 516
expand_moreGA8HP70Z gearbox
New filling 8.98 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 2 305 397
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
expand_moreGA6HP19Z gearbox
New filling 9.5110.57 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 0 142 516
expand_moreGA8HP45Z gearbox
New filling 8.98 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 2 305 397
expand_more740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
expand_moreGA6HP19Z gearbox
New filling 9.5110.57 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 0 142 516
expand_more740 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 315 HP engine (2012.7–2015.12)
expand_moreGA8HP45Z gearbox
New filling 8.98 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 2 305 397
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
expand_moreGA6HP19Z gearbox
New filling 9.5110.57 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 0 142 516
expand_moreGA6HP26Z gearbox
New filling 9.5110.57 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 0 142 516
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreGA6HP19Z gearbox
New filling 9.5110.57 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 0 142 516
expand_moreGA8HP45Z gearbox
New filling 8.98 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 2 305 397
expand_more760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreGA8HP90Z gearbox
New filling 10.57 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 2 305 397
expand_moreActiveHybrid with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2010.10–2015.12)
expand_moreGA8P70H gearbox
Amount to change 4.86 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 2 305 397
expand_moreActiveHybrid with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 315 HP engine (2012.7–2015.12)
expand_moreGA8P70H gearbox
Amount to change 4.86 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 2 305 397
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreGA8HP70Z gearbox
New filling 8.98 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 2 305 397

Without special equipment it is possible to replace only ATF in the AT pan because of the way automatic transmission in 2012 BMW 7 Series has been designed. It will take about 3090 minutes depends on your skill level and might save you up to $200 depends on the region you live in.

With a spanner or a retched with the right size head unscrew the refill plug and the drain plug. After that drain old AT fluid. If you want to replace the filter you need to remove the ATF pan, replace the filter and then install the ATF pan back with a new gasket. Screw back the drain plug with a new gasket and refill the transmission with new ATF.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 BMW 7 Series 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 7 Series 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 2012 BMW 7 Series you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2012 BMW 7 Series generations

In 2012 BMW offered 2 generations of the 7 Series. Automatic transmission fluid capacity may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW 7 Series Fifth generation LCI model years

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