Models Without A Transmission Dipstick
- Ensure transmission fluid is between 68-86°F (20-30°C). Use BMW Service Tester (if available) to monitor transmission fluid temperature. Turn on headlights and A/C to raise idle speed. Apply parking brake and start engine. Select each gear and return gear selector to "N" or "P" position.
- Remove fill plug from center (raised area) of oil pan. There is a "stand pipe" behind plug. Some oil will spill from above plug when removed. If oil continues to spill out after plug is removed, transmission is full. Add oil until it begins to overflow from fill plug. Ensure engine continues to run during procedure. Replace fill plug and tighten to 74 ft. lbs. (100 N.m).
| Application (1) | Qts. (L) |
|---|
| 4-Cylinder | 3.2 (3.0) |
| 6-Cylinder | 3.2 (3.0) |
| 8-Cylinder | 6.0 (5.7) |
| (1) Transmission is sealed at factory for life of transmission. |
| (1) | Transmission is sealed at factory for life of transmission. |
TRANSMISSION REFILL CAPACITIES
GEARSHIFT CABLE
- Move gearshift lever to Park position. Loosen cable attaching nut on shift lever at transmission. Push transmission shift lever forward to Park position, and push cable rod rearward. (Scheme 66)
- Tighten shift cable rod nut to 88-106 INCH lbs. (10-12 N.m). Check proper operation of gearshift lever in each gear selection, and readjust cable if necessary.
Scheme 66
