BMW 7 Series: Body - Operating Fluids
1.0 SEALING COMPOUNDS
Seam Sealer, Sikaflex 221 may be used to seal adjoining sheet metal parts which create creaking noises due to interactive contact. High-adhesion, polyurethane-based, black-colored.
Sikaflex 221 Sealer
BMW Part No. 81 22 9 407 533
Other sealants for body panels are found in Group 97 (Body Cavity Sealings and Undercoatings).
2.0 LUBRICANTS
BMW offers several lubricants which are formulated for specific components. Some of these lubricants also appear in the "Universal Lubricants" group.
3.0 DOOR HINGES AND PIVOTS
Moly spray for quieting squeaks and similar noises. (former BMW Part No. 81 22 9 400 720)
BMW PART NUMBER SPECIFICATION
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4.0 DOOR BRAKES
Grease for any sliding contact area, especially door brake mechanisms. (former BMW Part No. 81 22 9 407 629)
BMW PART NUMBER SPECIFICATION
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5.0 DOOR LOCKS
Lock cylinder lubricant prevents locks from jamming in sub-freezing temperatures. Insert tip of spray can directly into keyslot.
(former BMW Part No. 81 22 9 407 421)
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6.0 (HKL) AUTOMATIC TRUNK LID LIFT HYDRAULIC FLUID
E65/E66 Automatic Trunk Lid Lift Hydraulic Fluid
BMW Part No. 51 24 7 066 901
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Body Cavity Sealing and Undercoating - Operating Fluids
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION ON PRESERVATION MEASURES
The classic quality of BMW automobiles is based on the long-term
comprehensive research and testing, the
design, the applied materials and the manufac
Operating Fluids
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
Brake fluid, (glycol-based) as used in BMW brake systems, must conform with
the following requirements:
High boiling point
Good low temperature resistance
Low compressibil
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