BMW transmissions are "lifetime fill" meaning that they don't recommend changing the Transmission Fluid.
how do you change the trans fluid on a 1997 328i automatic trans
5 speed or auto?
You can use any SAE certified transmission fluid in your 2001 BMW automatic transmission. The automaker recommends that you never overfill the transmission fluid.
How often need to change the fuel filter for a 2001 BMW 325i?"
There is no dip stick for the transmission. there is a drain / fill plug on the side. Open the plug. if fluid comes out you are good. if not fill until fluid drains out.
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There are several things that can cause your transmission malfunction light to come on. The most common cause is low transmission fluid.
Through dipstick tube is usual method w/ a narrow funnel.
It will cost between $1500 and $3000 to change your automatic transmission to a manual transmission. The price is dependent upon the type of manual transmission.
It depends on whether or not it is a manual or auto-tragic transmission. Either way it's a relatively simple process of removing a bolt on the bottom of the transmission case and then use a pump to add fluid. There is a full write up on pelican parts.
have you serviced the transmission lately??? would recommend first replacing filter and fluid with new recommend fluid. also adding a can of justice brothers automatic transmission condition and go from there.
I had the same question. The transmission fluid actually goes in the power steering reservoir. Kind of strange, but true. For the type of fluid you want to use, check your bell housing. There should be a sticker on it that says what to use.