00 11 500 Checking/topping up oil level in automatic transmission (A5S 300J)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 BMW Z3 and 2001 BMW Z3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: The vehicle must be on level ground. Apply parking brake. Use only approved automatic transmission oil.

CAUTION: Only check oil level at a transmission oil temperature of 30°C ... 55°C.

Query oil temperature with BMW MODIC or BMW Diagnosis Information System (DIS).

Run engine in selector lever setting "P" or "N". Unfasten filler screw (1).

Top up automatic transmission oil until it overflows at the filler bore.

Fig 1: Unfastening Filler Screw

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Installation:

Use new sealing ring.

Tightening torque. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .