You should always use the red antifreeze in a bmw, that is what was in it from the factory. Thanks for using2CarPros
Jan 2, 2013 at 10:17 PM
DOCHAGERTY
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The blue stuff from BMW is what is recommended, you can use the green stuff too, it is compatible.
Jan 2, 2013 at 10:18 PM
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