00 11 500 Checking/topping up fluid level in automatic transmission (A5S 440Z)

Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!

1. Topping up transmission after a repair: 

   Move selector lever to "P" position.

   Stand vehicle on a level surface and secure and rolling off.

   Open filler plug (1).

   Installation: 

   Replace sealing ring.

   Fig 1: Opening Filler Plug

   

   Top up transmission fluid until it emerges from filling orifice.

   Start engine.

   Replenish transmission fluid until it emerges from filling orifice.

   Insert filler plug (1).

   Press brake pedal to floor and shift through all gears several times at idle speed.

   Connect BMW Diagnosis and Information System (DIS) or BMW MoDiC to vehicle.

   Carry out fluid level check in accordance with instructions. Go to next step.

2. Checking fluid level: 

   Connect BMW Diagnosis and Information System (DIS) or BMW MoDiC to vehicle.

   Carry out fluid level check in accordance with instructions. Refer to CHECKING FLUID LEVEL .