RE: Changing, Manual, Transmission, Fluid

[alex.fadeev@xxxxxxxxxxx]

Eric M. Hunt [mailto:bmw1@domain.elided] wrote:
> 
> Maybe I'm mistaken, but I don't think you will not be able to 
> properly check the fluid level unless the car itself is level.
> Supporting only the passenger side of the car with jack stands
> will not accomplish this. You'll need both sides of the car up
> on jack stands.

Eric,
You are absolutely right that the fluid level should ideally be checked with
the car in a horizontal position.
However, given that the transmission fill hole is dead in the center of the
transmission oil pan, jacking one side of the car higher than the other
should not effect the oil level measurement. 

alex f
 
> Eric
> 87 325ic
> 
> alex.fadeev@domain.elided wrote:
> 
> > ddrk1 ** [mailto:ddrk1@domain.elided] wrote:
> > >
> > > Anyone out there have the procedure on how to change the manual
> > > transmission fluid for a 95 325i and what tools are needed??
> >
> > 1. Raise the passenger side of the car (supporting the car 
> > on good jack stands) and crawl towards the transmission 
> > with a toolkit.
> > 2. Loosen the fill plug (either 17mm nut or XXmm hex bit).
> > 3. Remove the drain plug (same tool/size as above) and 
> > catch the 1-1.2 quarts of old fluid into a container.
> > 4. Re-install the drain plug and pump 1 quart of new RedLine
> > D4ATF with a $4 auto store manual pump into the tranny.
> > 5. Check the fluid level (it should be level with the fill 
> > plug). If you need to add more - do so. Otherwise, re-install
> > the fill plug and torque to spec.
> > 6. Go home and wash the dirt off your face.
> >
> > have fun,
> > alex f

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