00 11 500 Checking/topping up oil level in automatic transmission (A5S 300J)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW 530i, 2002 BMW 530i, and 2001 BMW 530i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Only check oil level at a transmission oil temperature of 30°C-55°C.
NOTE:
The vehicle must be on level ground.
Apply parking brake.
Automatic transmission oil, refer to OPERATING FLUIDS - MAINTENANCE & GENERAL INFORMATION & OPERATING FLUIDS - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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.
Installation:
Use new sealing ring.
Tightening torque,
refer to ON-VEHICLE SERVICING (A5S 360R/390R) .