They drop the pan on your transmission and flush the filter and then refill the transmission with fluid
BMW does not recommend a millage when the transmission should be serviced on the 1997 540-I. To ensure a long life from your transmission, mechanics recommended changing the transmission fluid every 75,000 miles.
The contour transmission is made for only the transmission fluid to be changed,it has a metal screen inside of the side pan which can only be got to by removal of the transmission its self,ford only recommends you change the fluid,check the service manual,and the Haynes manual is the best..
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You can go to the dealer, buy the service manual or go to the library and copy the page. eMail me at showdobe@hotmail.com I can scan what u need from my 92 Riviera service manual and eMail it to you
The cheapest car service is to do it yourself, but if that is not an option, check your phone book for local mechanics. They often cost less than the big chain mechanics.
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The manufacturer's service manual from 1968 says "Approx. 21 gals.", which matches what I see during fill-ups of my Riviera.
Most motor vehicle and mechanics offer a brake service. Try the local listings of mechanics, dealerships and garages in the local area to find the best deal.
Most mechanics are employees of the airlines. Smaller regional airlines do contract the service out.
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honestly it should not take a qualified mechanic more than 48 hrs to 'replace' a transmission? that's if he has really done his homework. repairs or service time may differ but mechanics must do our research 1st.
You can find an exploded view for a TH350 transmission in transmission service manuals. The transmission service manuals can be obtained from most local libraries.