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Servicing - A/t: Maintenance BMW 5 series E39

Automatic Trans ~146 words

LUBRICATION

Note. Transmissions are filled at factory for life of transmission. There is NO dipstick to check fluid level from engine compartment. If necessary, fluid level is checked from underneath vehicle. If any leaks are found, factory recommends replacing transmission.

SERVICE INTERVALS

Check fluid level during every oil service.

CHECKING FLUID LEVEL

Note. Check fluid with vehicle on level surface.

Service Or Refill Procedure

If transmission has been repaired or oil level is low, fill with fluid through transmission filler plug until oil overflows. Start engine with selector lever in "P" position. Turn lights on. Top off transmission until it overflows. Install and tighten filler plug to 74 ft. lbs. (100 N.m). Place gear selector in "P" and start engine. Remove oil filler plug and recheck level as described in CHECKING PROCEDURE.

Use Dexron-II or other BMW approved transmission fluid.