Easier than you think, more important than you know. Transmission fluid meets bmw esso lt 71141 transmission fluid specs. This video will show you steps, tools and oil used. Low prices on manual trans fluid for your bmw 540i at advance auto parts. As far as the diff as well as the transmission if you are unsure i have always just filled them until the fluid starts coming out of the fill. Bimmerforums is the preferred online bmw forum and community for bmw owners. You have two options when replacing, you can drain and fill the fluid, or you can drain the fluid and replace the fluid strainer by dropping the. Manual transmission fluid your manual transmission can take a heck of a beating over the years and it is one of the most neglected service areas on a car.
By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. Service information sit difficult gear change from 3rd gear m5e39 and 540ie39 applies to. Blau bmw 540i automatic transmission fluid change kit includes. That is full system capacity, which includes all the oil in the transmission, oil pan, and torque converter.
If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. The m5 model of the e39 was introduced in 1998 at the geneva motor show and was produced from 1998 to 2003. The bmw e39 is the fourth generation of bmw 5 series, which was manufactured from 1995 to 2004. Four types of manual transmissions had been used in the e34.
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To meet the requirements for more ratios, only the way with additional components could be chosen. Check this info if you have the lifetime fluid transmission or no dipstick. The fluid assists in the lubrication and heat disputation of the transmission, and even though it is in a closed environment, the fluid can become old and contaminated. The transmission pan and filter varies, but this info should get help you service your transmission fluid. Bmw e39 5series manual transmission fluid change 19972003. Can someone confirm the steps and tools required to change the manual transmission fluid on our e39 m5s. However, several people have successfully converted an e39 from automatic to manual zer0vette thread, chigga thread,geargrinder thread. Acces pdf e39 manual transmission problems e39 manual transmission problems e39 manual transmission problems a bmw automatic transmission holds about 9. The vehicle shown here has an a5s 360r transmission. In this tech article i will go over how to replace the strainer and drain.
Bmw 5 series 1997 2003 6 cylinder and 8 cylinder models platform. This includes the 5hp19 transmission and the gm 5l40e transmission commonly found in e46 and e39. Car a rac presents recommended by manufacturers oil types. As far as the diff as well as the transmission if you are unsure i have always just filled them until the fluid starts coming out of the fill hole. Bmw e39 automatic trans fluid replacing pelican technical article. Drive the vehicle to make the fluid hotter so more will drain out. Bmw e39 540i automatic transmission fluid bavarian. Place drain pan under transmission and remove t40 or t45 torx fluid drain plug. Genuine bmw part 83229407807 83229407807, 83229407765.
Id drive the car for 5 miles or so to stir up the fluid, then get the car up in the air and level, so the fluid can be. For sale 1997 bmw 540i 6 speed manual transmission, excellent condition for sale 1997 bmw 540i 6 speed manual transmission amazing car, pristine condition. When refilling, pump in the same amount of fluid that was initially drained out. Bmw has approved this fluid for use in manual transmissions used in e36, e46, e9x m3, e34, e39, e60, e63, e53 x5, and z8 roadster models.
Note that the information presented here is accurate for my 97 540. Bmw 540i 5 out of 5 stars 1 product rating 1 product ratings bmw e38 e39 540i 540 6 speed gf manual transmission gear box. Bmw e36 e39 e46 e53 e85 shim for manual trans selector rod 10. Apr, 2018 this fluid meets both the 7045e spec and lt71141 spec for these transmissions. E39 1997 2003 the bmw 5series e39 chassis was introduced in the united states as a 1997 model year car and lasted until the 2004 when the e60 chassis was released.
However, if you are going to check the fluid level, look at the right side back end of the transmission and theres a hex plug. Bmw transmission and oil application chart by tyrone. Manual transmission parts for 2000 bmw 540i for sale ebay. Bmw diy manual transmission and differential fluid change. Bmw e39 540i 6 speed getrag zf manual transmission oil change. To determine the fluid that belongs in your transmission, check your owners manual, or give our parts specialists a call. Use this oil if your transmission has a mtf label on the side. At bimmerforums, you will find technical howto information maintenance specifics audio advice wheel and tire combinations and model specific details not found anywhere else.
May 11, 2011 how to change transmission fluid 2002 bmw 540i driving to work and for the first time a warning allert came on saying transmission in safe mode operation and driving became sluggiss and seemed trans would hardly move vehicle. Feb 07, 2008 manual transmission oil it does matter. Revised atf service drain and fill capacity for the a4s 310r, the a%s 360r, the a5s 390r, and the a5s 310z automatic transmissions, reference page 24008 applies to. Evolution intercooler evolution cp apex arc8s bmw performance spoiler carbon fiber. Bmw e39 manual transmission fluid change diy guide youtube. While all of us know the importance of regular engine oil changes and the penalties of neglecting this common maintenance task there are two other important fluid changes that we tend to ignore.
Pentosin mtf2 manual transmission fluid oem equivalent to the bmw mtf lt2 oil. Bmw 540i e39 models with a5s440z zf 5 speed transmission. This part is listed by bmw as bmw part number 83222339219 83 22 2 339 219 and is described as oil for manual transmission, mtf lt2, 75w80. Pentosin mtf2 manual transmission fluid 1 liter e46 e39 z3.
While i am unsure of the exact capacity of your car i did just do a refill on my 540i and it took 1. Its not easy to shift when cold for the first 10 min. Where do i put in the transmission fluid 2000 bmw 540i. View online or download bmw 540i owners manual, manual. They can figure out what part or repair kit you need. Zf transmission 19911999 e39 540i zf transmission 20002003 e39 525i, 530i, 540i. Transmission conversion auto to manual swapping an e39 from auto to manual is more complicated than older or simpler cars, due to the electronic configuration coding work required.
Bmw e39 5series automatic transmission fluid replacement. Tools in this video oemtools 24441 manual atf filler system red line 50304 manual transmission mt 90w. One looked like diesel engine oil and the other was grey and like water in viscosity. Bmw 540i atf transmission fluid change kit e39 199703. Bmw 540i manuals manuals and user guides for bmw 540i. It is the responsibility of 1997 bmw 540i e39 platform owners to determine their transmission type before ordering and clearly designate 5 speed zf a5s560z transmission. E39 a4s 310r 4 speed used on 528i up to 0999 a5s 360r 5 speed used on 528i from 0999 a5s 390r 5 speed used on 525i up to 0301.
This fluid meets both the 7045e spec and lt71141 spec for these transmissions. All e39 m5 cars were sold in the sedan body style with a 6speed manual transmission. Find aftermarket and oem parts online or at a local store near you. Is a rubbish 6 speed manual still better than an automatic. I will try to note differences there may be in the procedure.
This page is dedicated to the e39 chassis 5series bmws 19972003. This video will show you steps, tools and oil used to perform oil change 6speed manual transmission on 99 bmw e39 540i. Oct 19, 2010 your 97 540i could have either the a5s440z or the a5s560z transmission, depending on your specific production date. Bmw e36 e39 gm 4l30e transmission fluid filter and shift solenoid change go to my website and bmw forum click here to buy your next car.
How to change transmission fluid 2002 bmw 540i driving to work and for the first time a warning allert came on saying transmission in safe mode operation and driving became sluggiss and seemed trans would hardly move vehicle. When it comes to your bmw 528i, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. Here at advance auto parts, we work with only top reliable automatic transmission fluid product and part brands so you can shop with complete confidence. Bmw e38 e39 540i 540 6 speed gf manual transmission gear box fits. It was launched in the sedan body style, with the station wagon body style marketed as touring introduced in 1996. This means that the ability to write new posts and access various member features will go away. Product data sheet this item fits the following bmws. Where do i put in the transmission fluid find answers to your 2000 bmw 540i question from certified mechanics and auto experts. Complete manual transmissions for bmw 540i for sale ebay. What transmission fluid do you use and how often do you replace it. The 5hp is the last transmission family conventionally designed. Diy how to change your transmission fluid bmw m5 forum.
If youre interested in a specific brand of bmw 540i transmission fluid products, we carry popular brands like pentosin. That made the gearboxes bigger, heavier and even more expensive. Transmission disassembly photos transmission fluid flush with valvoline maxlife atf transmission fundementals pdf. Give the pelican parts parts specialists a call at 18882807799. Search for the trusted brands you prefer, compare prices when you can, and make sure you get the part you need to keep your bmw 540i humming. Gearbox oil and transmission oil for bmw 5 saloon e39 cheap. The e39 was replaced by the e60 5 series in 2003, however e39 touring models remained in production until may 2004 the proportion of chassis components using aluminium. E34, e39, e60, e61, f10, g30 1996 2003 e39 540i 6 manual transmission oil service. Reading through other customer experiences can help you make that final decision. Bmw e39 automatic trans fluid replacing in this tech article i will go over how to replace the strainer and drain and fill your transmission fluid.
Bmw 540i atf transmission fluid change kit e39 199797. At some point during the month of august the roadfly forums are going to become archive only. This diy applies to nonm e39s with the same rear differential. Bmw 528i automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts. Transmission fluid change royal purple page 2 bmw m5.
Bmw diy manual transmission and differential fluid. Mar 26, 2018 2001 bmw e39 540i transmission fluid oil change. Then radio went off, battery indicator lit and ac went off. Bmw atf service revised fluid capacities tech bentley. Id drive the car for 5 miles or so to stir up the fluid, then get the car up in the air and level, so the fluid can be thoroughly drained and proper refill level. Of course this assumes the correct amount of fluid was in the transmission prior to draining. Then follow the procedure in the manual for checking the atf level run engine until atf temp reaches 30 50 degrees c, add fluid until is spills from fill hole. This includes the 5hp19 transmission and the gm 5l40e transmission commonly found in e46 and e39 models. The 5hp is the last transmissionfamily conventionally designed. How to change rear differential fluid on an bmw e39 530i.
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