The sticker on the transmission is yellow and specifies atf. Bmw e90 manual transmission fluid replacement e91, e92, e93. Hi, im trying to decide what fluid to use and cant decide between these 3. May 28, 20 bmw 2002 and other 02 bmw 2002ti and bmw 1600ti owners group bmw 2002 turbo bmw neue klasse discussion bmw 1600gt discussion bmw 700 discussion bmw 2002 and neue klasse events project blogs project blogs archive faq articles construction zone regional groups. It seems that as soon as the transmission does not feel as though it is shifting properly or the clutch operation feels odd, both diyers and professional shops often claim that its time for a new clutch.
Check the applicable bentley repair manual for model specific fluid quantities. Car a rac presents recommended by manufacturers oil types. I have a 2000 bmw 740il, automatic transmission, and i. Doing so will extend the life of your transmission.
However, if you are going to check the fluid level, look at the right side back end of the transmission and theres a hex plug. I am the second owner of the car and it had 260,000km 156,000 mi on it when the filter was changed. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality. This fluids meet bmw specifications and is made in germany. Hey, i have a 2000 528i and i did a tranny filter change and replace just the fluid lost in the process no flush with the valvoline maxlife. It works in conjunction with other car components to handle the speedy acceleration of the bmw. Genuine bmw oil for manual transmission mtf lt3 1l this item fits the following bmw chassis. Easier than you think, more important than you know. Here at advance auto parts, we work with only top reliable automatic transmission fluid product and part brands so you can shop with complete confidence. Bmw 328i manual transmission fluid change cost estimate. Our research indicates that your vehicle does not have a transmission fluid dipstick. In order to check the transmission fluid, your vehicle likely has check valve on the bottom of the transmission on. Bmw x5 automatic transmission with green tag transmission 2000, mb 236.
Luckily, these fluids are all distinct from one another in consistency and appearance. When it comes to your bmw 530i, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. Transmission fluid level check bmw 528xi 20042010 intl. I called my local bmw dealer moritz in arlington texas and gave them my pn. This manual transmission fluid from bmw is approved by the factory for transmission service. The transmission is shifting just as smooth as before the change. Feb 24, 20 this vehicle has the a5s 390r transmission. When ordering a genuine bmw part you are guaranteed to get the same part that you would pick up from your local. I have a 1991 bmw 318is e30 with a manual getrag 240 transmission. What kind of transmission fluid does the bmw 325i 2003 use.
May 30, 2018 brake fluid, transmission fluid, powersteering fluid, coolant, and engine oil are all essential for your cars functioning. Apr 18, 20 this video will show you steps, tools and oil used to perform oil change 6speed manual transmission on 99 bmw e39 540i. Bmw gear oil specifications are fairly general, the oils below meet one or more spec, they should be easily picked out for your requirements. Dexron iii, iid, iie, ii semisynthetic transmission fluid. Bmw 320d 520d e60 e61 e87 e90 e91 manual 6 speed gearbox startstop. Bmw transmission fluid dexron 6 designed for use ga6l45r transmissions found in many bmw models. Manual transmission fluid change my transmission was not feeling so hot after 80,000 miles and a good number of track days. Genuine bmw 318 323 328 535 m3 set of 2 manual transmission drain plugs new oem fits. The bmw e39 is the fourth generation of bmw 5 series, which was manufactured from 1995 to. I have a gm transmission oil application chart for 0002 bmws that i downloaded from the old e39 forum. While all of us know the importance of regular engine oil changes and the penalties of neglecting this common maintenance task there are two other important fluid changes that we tend to ignore.
Australian owners club bayarea02 canada chicago 02 group florida. After much reading and research, i have decided to go with pentosin atf 1 which seems to be the oem manufacturer to bmw, and clearly states that their fluid meets the zf transmission specification and references to 83229407807. For your zf transmission, only use zf products i believe fuchs developsmixes the oil for zf. Bmw e90 manual transmission fluid replacement e91, e92. Very confused on what type of manual transmission fluid to use. Bmw e39 5series automatic transmission fluid replacement. Bmw 325i automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts.
Green sticker texaco etl 8072b bmw pn 83220024359 blue sticker esso 71141 lt bmw pn 832229407807 my sticker appears green and has the pn 83220002121 on the sticker i have a gm transmission. For instance, coolant is usually a bright green or pink color, whereas transmission fluid is a deep reddishbrown. Ensure you follow zf recommendations, particularly. Gear 300 manual transmission differential fluid 75w90. Process should apply for bmw models with manual transmissions. Bmw 2002 and other 02 bmw 2002ti and bmw 1600ti owners group bmw 2002 turbo bmw neue klasse discussion bmw 1600gt discussion bmw 700 discussion bmw 2002 and neue klasse events project blogs project blogs archive faq articles construction zone regional groups. Be sure to check capacities in your vehicles owners manual to verify the amount and type you need. Product data sheet this item fits the following bmws. Pentosin mtf2 manual transmission fluid oem equivalent to the bmw mtf lt2 oil.
Api gl5, sae 80w90 mineral for manual transmissions. Unfollow bmw e90 manual transmission to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Sep 15, 2010 your 2000 528i has the a5s360r transmission. Bmw 530i automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts. The bmw e90 manual transmission fluid is filled at the factory with lifetime fluid green arrow. When it comes to your bmw 325i, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. Bmw ae lt 71141zf 5 speed bmw 7045e 3series bmw etl8072b 5series bmw la2634. Bmw and mini how to diagnose clutch problems, worn out. When the engine is hot, the level is just above the cold indicator. All e39 m5 cars were sold in the sedan body style with a 6speed manual transmission. Manual transmission and rear differential fluid changing. I used my fill tube rig to fill up the transmission until it leaked out the fill hole. Manual transmission fluid change bmw e46 3 series diy. In this tech article we will go over all the steps to replace your manual gearbox oil and restore smooth shifting and extend the life of your gearbox.
There are other fluids that claim compatibility with etl 8072 b. Purple synchromax synthetic high performance manual transmission fluid. If youre unsure of the last service, replace the fluid as soon as possible. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. However, im getting conflicting information from all over the place, so am utterly confused. I plan to chaage the tranny fluid and filter tomorrow. Brake fluid, transmission fluid, powersteering fluid, coolant, and engine oil are all essential for your cars functioning.
Therefore, it is a good idea to service your fluid every 60,000 miles. But if i understand the chart corretly it shows that a mercon dexron 3 can be used as well. Australian owners club bayarea02 canada chicago 02 group florida georgia midatlantic. Where do i put in the transmission fluid 2000 bmw 540i. Below shows types of fluid for transmission and capacity which you should use for bmw by models. Bmw 5series transmission problems and repair descriptions. The original parts used by bmw to build your car are available as replacement parts under the genuine bmw brand. The chart shows a couple of oem fluids for those trannys. Bmw e39 2000 528i automatic transmission fluid etl 7045e. This procedure should be the same for nearly all manual transmission bmws, so lets get started. I dont want to put it in and the tranny actually need a heavy gear oil and ruin.
Torco mtf manual transmission fluid is a special light viscosity, low friction oil with superior load carrying and wear protection properties. Advance auto parts has 7 different automatic transmission fluid for your vehicle, ready for shipping or instore pick up. He said that fluid is only sold in 20 l containers and it would. Dont go by the lifetime fluid that bmw says because its not lifetime. Jun 22, 2008 i have a 2000 bmw 740il, automatic transmission, and i noticed that the atf level is low.
I picked up two quarts of royal purple synchromax fluid in their cool squeeze bottles this is key later. View online or download bmw 2000 540i sedan service manual. Bmw diy manual transmission and differential fluid. Changing fluid in bmw manual transmission under car. When the engine is cold the level is just touching the dip stick. First check the transmission fluid level to be sure it is correct. To see how frequently bmw 5series problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.
In order to check the transmission fluid, your vehicle likely has check valve on the bottom of the. With the advent of bmw including scheduled maintenance in effect on cars since 1997, many are uncomfortable with letting fluid change intervals go the distance recommended by the serviced indicator lights, a series of green, yellow, and red lights on the instrument cluster which determine when the car needs service. Buy a 2000 bmw 323i manual trans fluid at discount prices. Fluid capacity for transmission and differential of a 2001. These types of transmissions are designed to be maintenance free. One of the most commonly misdiagnosed automotive faults is apparent manual transmission clutch problems. Transmission fluid change archive bimmerfest bmw forums. The overall health of the transmission relies on two things. Bmw e39 5series manual transmission fluid change 19972003. Bmw manual trans fluid 83220309031 pentosin 8056107. Bmw dexron vi automatic transmission fluid genuine bmw.
Many people are not aware of this, but the transmission is perhaps the most intricate piece of any bmw. Transmission fluid bmw 2002 and other 02 bmw 2002 faq. This video will show you steps, tools and oil used to perform oil change 6speed manual transmission on 99 bmw e39 540i. Bmw diy manual transmission and differential fluid change. Manual transmission and rear differential fluid changing e30. Bmw transmission and oil application chart by tyrone.
For the facelift of the model range in the year 2000, the m52 was replaced by the bmw m54 straight6 engine, however the m62tu. Gearbox oil and transmission oil for bmw 5 saloon e39 cheap. With all the fluid changes i calculated my cars transmission has. View online or download bmw 2000 528i service manual. What transmission fluid do you use and how often do you replace it. No worries there now bmw says they never need to be changed. Bmw e90 manual transmission fluid replacement were back with another diy video to show you how to change the manual transmission fluid on a 2006 bmw 325xi.
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