if it is an automatic there will be a filler neck in the engine compartment, if it is a standard however, there will be a plug on the side of the transmission that will need to be unscrewed, fill until fluid just trickles out and bolt it back up, the fact that you need to top up the level makes me think there is a leak somewhere (front or end seal, or the case itself, find it, leaks only get worse
Uhm.... this answer is completely wrong! Your 2001 BMW 325i has a lifetime fill so the only way to check it is on a lift and this is something I would recommend you have a professional do. If there is something going on with the Transmission Fluid in that year and make of car it's most likely a leak.
You can use any SAE certified transmission fluid in your 2001 BMW automatic transmission. The automaker recommends that you never overfill the transmission fluid.
BMW transmissions are "lifetime fill" meaning that they don't recommend changing the transmission fluid.
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.
5 speed or auto?
how do you check transmission fluid in 2001 bmw car
is in hard to replace a thermostat on a 2001 bmw 325i
transmission fluid
You remove the fill bolt on the transmission and fill it there. It is easily accessable with a floor jack or ramps.
How often need to change the fuel filter for a 2001 BMW 325i?"
There are several things that can cause your transmission malfunction light to come on. The most common cause is low transmission fluid.
The engine control module on a 95' BMW 325i can be found on the transmission. The transmission is under the hood, near the engine.
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