LV Brake fluid

328iX · 03-07-2021, 08:58 PM

So supposedly I never knew this till today, after completing my brake fluid change,

I've done it twice so far on my current vehicle, my last F31, about 2-3 times as well.. always used Pentosin, but saw Pentosin LV today in the store, I thought it was for some special applications, I've probably seen it before but just glanced over it.

Never knew our vehicles used low viscosity brake fluid? I haven't ever had any issues, I do have a softer pedal than I'd like, and now I believe I know why.

Anyways, seeing if anyone else out there hasn't ever noticed like me, and bringing some awareness to those who didn't know.

From what I've read online it's due to DSC and ABS on these cars requiring a less viscous fluid to operate more rapidly.

John in VA · 03-08-2021, 08:17 PM

I first became aware of LV fluid in 2013 with the F30 intro. Haven't used it in the E39 or E46s.

AspektUSA · 03-08-2021, 08:36 PM

OE BMW Dot 4 and Pentosin DOT4 LV are one in the same.

Pentosin is the OE supplier for pretty much all the German brands, along with probably ATE (Continental Systems).

03-07-2021, 08:58 PM	#1
328iX David 786 Rep 2,009 Posts Drives: 2015 328iX F31 Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Temecula, CA iTrader: (0)	So supposedly I never knew this till today, after completing my brake fluid change, I've done it twice so far on my current vehicle, my last F31, about 2-3 times as well.. always used Pentosin, but saw Pentosin LV today in the store, I thought it was for some special applications, I've probably seen it before but just glanced over it. Never knew our vehicles used low viscosity brake fluid? I haven't ever had any issues, I do have a softer pedal than I'd like, and now I believe I know why. Anyways, seeing if anyone else out there hasn't ever noticed like me, and bringing some awareness to those who didn't know. From what I've read online it's due to DSC and ABS on these cars requiring a less viscous fluid to operate more rapidly. Attached Images __________________ F31 Suspension guide & discussion
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John in VA Colonel 985 Rep 2,197 Posts Drives: 2015 228i M Sport Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Leesburg, VA iTrader: (6)	I first became aware of LV fluid in 2013 with the F30 intro. Haven't used it in the E39 or E46s. __________________ ____________________________________________ 2015 BMW 228i in EstorilBlau II Metallic / Terra Dakota Leather - 6-speed manual, M Sport Package, Cold Weather Package, Lighting Package, Premium Package, Harman Kardon premium sound, Anti-theft alarm system, Blue Metallic Matt Accent Moldings, Aluminum Hexagon Interior Strips, Anthracite Headlining
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03-08-2021, 08:36 PM	#3
AspektUSA Lieutenant 271 Rep 495 Posts Drives: 340i MSport/THP Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Denver iTrader: (0)	OE BMW Dot 4 and Pentosin DOT4 LV are one in the same. Pentosin is the OE supplier for pretty much all the German brands, along with probably ATE (Continental Systems).
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