Transmission fluid change question

Supreme214 · 10-23-2014, 01:54 AM

Hey guys its time for me to change my transmission fluid. I drive 07 335i and currently at 92k. So here is my question to anyone who have done this DIY.
how many bottles did you use?
new bolts necessary?
i've heard when filling the fluid it has to be a certain temp? if yes, how would i check? can i check through INPA?
Thanks!!

rudy209 · 10-23-2014, 02:03 AM

Its prob cheaper to do it at a shop. I took it to a lube shop they did a drain and fill for $30 which is cheap considering the fluid is about $10-15qt

ctuna · 10-23-2014, 02:22 AM

You didn't state if it's manual or automatic?
There are DIY's here
http://www.e90post.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=16
and on ytube.
If its and automatic its a major job.
Look at some of the change kits at burgermotor sports , pelican parts or
ecstuning.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=573490

http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E92-335...ion/ES2523894/

pits200 · 10-23-2014, 05:26 AM

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Originally Posted by rudy209

Its prob cheaper to do it at a shop. I took it to a lube shop they did a drain and fill for $30 which is cheap considering the fluid is about $10-15qt

Did you supply the oil? If not, oh boy.

Delta0311 · 10-23-2014, 05:33 AM

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Originally Posted by rudy209

Its prob cheaper to do it at a shop. I took it to a lube shop they did a drain and fill for $30 which is cheap considering the fluid is about $10-15qt

Is your car auto because if it is then you have to replace the fluid + pan/filter(they come together). On an auto tranny it is NOT just a simple flush and fill job.

335NJ · 10-23-2014, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by rudy209

Its prob cheaper to do it at a shop. I took it to a lube shop they did a drain and fill for $30 which is cheap considering the fluid is about $10-15qt

That's scary..

dcat151 · 10-23-2014, 08:21 AM

I have a manual and the DIY on this site is great: it's a pretty simple job.

335speed · 10-23-2014, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Delta0311

Quote:

Originally Posted by rudy209

Its prob cheaper to do it at a shop. I took it to a lube shop they did a drain and fill for $30 which is cheap considering the fluid is about $10-15qt

Is your car auto because if it is then you have to replace the fluid + pan/filter(they come together). On an auto tranny it is NOT just a simple flush and fill job.

what makes you say you have to change the pan as well...?

bender rodriguez · 10-23-2014, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by rudy209

Its prob cheaper to do it at a shop. I took it to a lube shop they did a drain and fill for $30 which is cheap considering the fluid is about $10-15qt

Yeah but they don't use the 10 dollar a qt oil

Delta0311 · 10-23-2014, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 335speed

what makes you say you have to change the pan as well...?

Because that is the proper maintenance procedure for an auto tranny. The filter gets dirty.

Manual setup is different and only requires a flush and fill.

http://www.pelicanparts.com/BMW/tech..._Replacing.htm

335NJ · 10-23-2014, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by bender rodriguez

Yeah but they don't use the 10 dollar a qt oil

It's most likely the cheapest ATF drum fluid they can buy.

Delta0311 · 10-23-2014, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by 335NJ

It's most likely the cheapest ATF drum fluid they can buy.

+1

If you are going to get a shop to do it make sure to order all the parts yourself.

325xinewb · 10-23-2014, 11:32 AM

what is the usual cost of this on an auto at a shop? AVG cost of parts/ material to DIY? im sure I could look all this up, but as my name sates... total novice here. Thanks!

thomas88162 · 10-23-2014, 12:17 PM

Dex VI is not cheap, but the prices will vary. The pan is the filter, and a kit coming with all of that and gaskets will run you about $100.

Delta0311 · 10-23-2014, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by thomas88162

Dex VI is not cheap, but the prices will vary. The pan is the filter, and a kit coming with all of that and gaskets will run you about $100.

Yeah thats about right. And yes the filter is attached to the pan itself.

El Cheapo Loco · 10-23-2014, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by rudy209

Its prob cheaper to do it at a shop. I took it to a lube shop they did a drain and fill for $30 which is cheap considering the fluid is about $10-15qt

Horrible advice.

Delta0311 · 10-23-2014, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by elcheapoloco

Horrible advice.

I agree. Even more horrible if this is an automatic because that means you are still using the old filter.

Take it to a reputable shop and bring the supplies yourself.

ctuna · 10-23-2014, 01:15 PM

I have heard 300 and up for automatics
Its not just a drain and fill.

GoRomeo · 10-23-2014, 01:21 PM

Ha u guys should do a bit more research on this subject before posting false information

For Auto, it is a drain and fill along with changing your pan which it has the filter built in.

d1saster · 10-23-2014, 01:43 PM

It is also a good idea to replace the mechatronics sleeve. It is important to instruct the car that transmission oil has been changed.

kiel_dafo_kenyg_as · 10-23-2014, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by JinLee09

how many bottles did you use?
new bolts necessary?
i've heard when filling the fluid it has to be a certain temp? if yes, how would i check? can i check through INPA?
Thanks!!

I bought 8 bottles. There will be some loss of fluid during repeatedly topping up and checking level.

No new bolts required. Torque is only 10 Newtonmeter.

You can check via INPA. I checked with my hands. If the fluid dropping from the filling hole feels comfy warm like water in a bath tube it's time to close the filling hole.

While topping up and checking keep the motor running in order to have the fluid circulating.
If you shut down the engine with the filling hole still open expect at least 2 liters outpouring towards the garage floor

thomas88162 · 10-23-2014, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Delta0311

Yeah thats about right. And yes the filter is attached to the pan itself.

Yea, I don't pull this stuff out of my ass

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rudy209 Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: 2007 bmw 328i Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: stockton,ca iTrader: (0)	Its prob cheaper to do it at a shop. I took it to a lube shop they did a drain and fill for $30 which is cheap considering the fluid is about $10-15qt
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ctuna Lieutenant General 1911 Rep 13,103 Posts Drives: 325xi 06 wagon MT Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Santa Cruz, Ca iTrader: (0)	You didn't state if it's manual or automatic? You didn't state if it's manual or automatic? There are DIY's here http://www.e90post.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=16 and on ytube. If its and automatic its a major job. Look at some of the change kits at burgermotor sports , pelican parts or ecstuning. http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=573490 http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E92-335...ion/ES2523894/ Last edited by ctuna; 10-23-2014 at 02:34 AM..
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325xinewb New Member 0 Rep 5 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 325xi Swagon Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Boston, MA iTrader: (0)	what is the usual cost of this on an auto at a shop? AVG cost of parts/ material to DIY? im sure I could look all this up, but as my name sates... total novice here. Thanks!
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thomas88162 Lieutenant 19 Rep 595 Posts Drives: E92 328i Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Clinton, IN iTrader: (0)	Dex VI is not cheap, but the prices will vary. The pan is the filter, and a kit coming with all of that and gaskets will run you about $100.
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ctuna Lieutenant General 1911 Rep 13,103 Posts Drives: 325xi 06 wagon MT Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Santa Cruz, Ca iTrader: (0)	I have heard 300 and up for automatics I have heard 300 and up for automatics Its not just a drain and fill.
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d1saster Captain 60 Rep 675 Posts Drives: F15 N55 & E93 N51 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Las Vegas iTrader: (0)	It is also a good idea to replace the mechatronics sleeve. It is important to instruct the car that transmission oil has been changed.
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