DONT EVER CHANGE THE TRANSMISSION FLUID ON YOUR BMW!!

[@BMWDoctor]

This is what I mean kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqvCknejetmDjM0si=4_CpyrzfhDMru4yW

[@MasterX767]

DEAN! I have a 2006 E60 525i (N52) BMW. I did my 200K mile transmission service. In it, I replaced all the solenoids, the fluid pan (from plastic to aluminum), filter, gaskets and fluid (Pentosin ATF-6). Before I Serviced the transmission, I put BG - Quick Clean in and ran the transmission for about 25 minutes and shifted in all 6 gears. I noticed that the fluid level on draining the fluid was about 8 & 1/2 liters. The BG - Quick Clean did a fabulous job cleaning all the parts! So, I put 8 & 1/2 Liters back in. I also put the BG - ATC Plus conditioner in. After Resetting the actuation of the Transmission in INPA, it runs PERFECTLY at 200K miles. YOU ARE THE MAN! Listen closely folks, DEAN knows! He is 100% on these cars!

[@iTCXtreme]

I've serviced my e90 m auto 6 speed transmission with ZF lifeguard fluid 6. Garages are becoming like textbook doctors. Great video 😊👍

[@stonehartfloydfan]

Cautionary tale for you all... My first BMW (little 323i), the garage close to me I thought could do the work to maintain the car. Well, they destroyed it. Never dealt with issues and made a mess. This prompted me to learn how to work on and repair an N52 and subsequently other BMW engines. The moral of this story is to never trust always ask and if you feel even slightly suspicious don't take the car there. By the way I kept the little 323i and rebuilt it... Still have it as my around town daily car. She taught me a huge amount about how to work on a BMW. And yes, I change the transmission fluid but only with the right one, and out here in New Zealand it can cost a little to get it out here, but sooner pay that than put a new transmission in.

[@lee100167]

Thanks

[@losidude11]

Recently bought a 05 530i with the m54 for my mom with 100k miles for 4k. Was glad to find that the trans filter had been changed at 60k miles in 2014. I just replaced the mechatronic seala and flushed with 9 quarts of lifeguard 6. Been about 5k miles and shifts like new

[@chellybabyme]

Your care makes me feel better about life. (With so much rubbish in the world almost guaranteed to hit you on a daily basis, it's very nice to have you a click away, reliable, pasionate, smart, and HELPFUL)💙

[@alanchurchill7305]

Very informative,thanks for going to the trouble of making this video,your helping lots of people .

[@jorgesanchezcaracoza360]

ZF brand transmission even has there own Transmission fluid. I would use that one.

[@agrautomotivellc3283]

exactly and its not even that expensive.

[@zackkahn6375]

I used atf-u plus filter in my 523i (m52) and changed it at 110k, 160k, 220k, 280k, 320k and every 50k till the engine went at out 510k, the gearbox was still silky smooth...

[@daysofgrace2934]

I have got 158K miles on my ZF 6HP19 120d. I take it to a specialist AT garage and I buy the ZF 6HP19 service kit - mechatronic sleeve, pan & ZF LifeGuard 6 ATF...Every 50K miles or 5 years which ever comes first

[@evensisftw]

Had my GM gearbox serviced a month ago on my n52, but with a genuine BMW transmission service kit. Expensive, but convenient, have everything in them including new filter / pan etc, gasket and can't go wrong with the fluid.

[@damanjodh1]

@@evensisftw how much did you spend?

[@davea4037]

The audi dealer straight up refused a fluid change on my 13 q5. They said lifetime fluid.....i told them ZF says every 50k to 70k miles. Ended up doing it myself. New filter, pan fasteners, gasket and ZF fluid. Screw those lifetime fluid recommendations.

[@rabidsminions2079]

@@davea4037 Go to an Automatic Transmission specialist next time you need it done.

[@bm_wuratli6883]

@@davea4037 I live in France pl buy German car at Germany because like u said they don't in dealer in France but Germany change all stuff needed how ironic...

[@joseteixeira5900]

@@davea4037 happened the same with me to my ‘07 a6 allroad 3.0tdi.

[@nsdlsarn]

Thank you for your advise.

[@TheNpcNoob]

Still going strong?

[@darrellrogers5703]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉THANK YOU AGAIN FOR ANOTHER GREAT VIDEO ALWAYS BMW 🎉🎉🎉

[@Dexspic]

Nice informative video i am sure most of cars in street break because wrong fluid in the engine, transmissions, differential, power steering, etc... i hate workshop who do that.

[@darrellrogers5703]

100 % correct sir on a used auto trans it's good to change only the fluid and filter Not the converter this holds? 4?5liters of old oil which is what we want adding the entire amount will only lead to slippage and burning 🔥 up your trans they do have a additive once you replace the pan fluid olly and mixes in with the new fluid to give the shifts a steady smooth response i will be rebuilding one soon and will add all new parts with a new valve body convertor all new solinoids etc super cool project

[@haps470]

Brilliant video. Im sick of people making these mistakes. I went to a "specialist" to check my fluid levels on my GM gearbox... the tech freaked out when he saw the dexron fluid "its not supposed to be red".... its dexron 6! Its meant to be red. Made me wonder how many gm boxes have the golden zf fluid because if this silly mistake.... its not as if there isnt a noce green sticker on the pan saying what part number the fluid is.

[@ronpersaud529]

Hi had experience exactly what you just said about asking a garage to change my transmission fluid on my e93 , he said you dont ever change the fluid and refused to do it even though I told him I changed the pan a few years ago. So I had to do it myself the reason I couldn’t get the car in the garage which meant I had to do it on the drive which I really didnt want to do at this time of the year. So just endorsing everything you just said is very true but people would believe the garage. Glad you have posted this video I wonder how many people has been mislead by garages ?

[@wheelieschulz1204]

The correct oil is like baby oil.from the viscosity , My bmw e61 530d didnt hat a trans service until i bought it with 385k km an the guy was told by the bmw dealer is trans is bad , Changed the oil 3 times with tge correkt one (mannol AG 55) now its shifting perfekt for 15k km and Im happy

[@randallstewart8487]

I use ZF Lifeguard 6 in my 05 E53 ZF 6HP 26,after changing the Megatronic seals with new filter!

[@TheFrenchPug]

I've used the LiquiMoly ATF 1800 for my ZF6H19P with no problems in my 2009 E92 N54 2 times now. It is specifically formulated for that transmission and only cost me $8.39 U.S. per liter. I'm at 153k miles. Also use the Liqui Moly ATF 1950 on my wife's 2018 Mercedes C300. Neither have skipped a beat!

[@Makjeh]

I've seen people put wrong gearbox oil in their transmission but never have i seen diff oil! That garage should be ashamed and take responsibility if and when that gearbox fails.

[@stevet8607]

Wow damn bro I heard some crazy stories but this, is up there, especially for a transmission 🤦, outstanding video keep up the good work and have a good holiday Dr

[@craigmorgan4676]

@@stevet8607 god dammit gear oil in transmission, wtf is going on in these garages?🤦🤦👀👀👀😬😬😬💀💀💀👎👎👎🤷‍♂️🤝🇬🇧🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@maseratirijder]

Some ZF transmissions do take Dextron 5hp18 4hp22,24 etc but it will be marked in your service book or on your transmission

[@adamwest1138]

I have heard from so many people that if you have a high milage automatic transmission and the fluid hasn't been changed before, you should leave it alone or you can have problems. They say it's because all the 'gunk' in the oil fluid that's well past it's change interval gets dislodged by the detergents in the new fluid and can block up channels and things. I have an E60 with 265,000km (160k miles). I don't know it's entire service history, I want to change the fluid but I'm worried I'll kill it.

[@AKEUC-w9l]

Well said... That's why you're the Doc🫵😎

[@N.Donchev]

I'm useing OE ZF trans.oil for 8hp on my 6hp28 gearbox and dont have any problems 🤷‍♂️

[@aadd3538]

Same goes with Volvo using Aisin

[@nathandan7079]

Blame BMW who put a sticker on the transmission pan stating it is a lifetime fluid 😂 ZF the transmission manufacturer stating to change at 100K 😂

[@kimsoon80]

75w-90 is also suitable for manual gearboxes.

[@stevet8607]

Liquid Molly top tech 1800 , ok for GM transmission it says it's for that , just trust your opinion 💯🔥

[@Batmans_universe]

i love bmw doctor he can smell the oil to see if it is the correct oil wonder what he can do with his taste if his nose is blocked ( PS JUST JOKING) thankyou for the video

[@JohnDyr_Lawnmower]

Hi Doc. Thanks for this video. I have a 2002 E39 520i 2.2L with 200kkm/130k mi. I have the suspicion the transmission fluid was never changed before. Is it still wise to touch the trans?

[@jenak6066]

Using only original BMW transmision fluid. Samé on xdrive. Why dont you recommend the BMW fluid? I have bad experience with one "US cars" garage, They used wrong fluid, wrong fluid level and told mě trans is going to heaven.. I was preparing for trans change but gave it a chance bught origonal fluid, changed it myself... voila, trans is saved and works perfectly. Idiots from garages wont touch my BM ever. 😂

[@chindit9749]

i have a 2006 5 series M sport 60000 miles from new, bmw have informed its lifetime oil in my transmission! my local independent bmw garage says change it now...... what shall i do??

[@nicolaefoldes5601]

Hi Please can you tell me if it is a rubber sleeve wich needs to be changed between the mechatronic and gearbox on X5 E70 8 speed gearbox? Because I can’t find nowhere videos about the sleeve on 8 speed gearbox only for the 6 speed Thank you very much.

[@JW-cq4ez]

YES YOU CAN: WITH THE CORRECT OIL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@sportsmachinerr1401]

Imo no better feeling than doing the job yourself. Also, what you save on labour you can spend on tools!

[@RoxusRemo]

How much would you expect to pay for a zf8 service/oil change?

[@Gripen85]

Thanks for the video! What I'm curious about, as I'm about to do new ZF pan(+filter) etc. and I bought it in ZF's own kit (1071.298.033). It has ZF-Lifeguard 6. The can you have in your hand was unknown to me but seems to be ZF Lifeguard 5 if I'm not wrong? Wondering why you are recommending that instead of ZF Lifeguard 6.

[@MrSlowAZZ]

😨 I can’t believe they put that in! We only use Ravenol or Wolf for our ZF’s

[@clifforddavidow4997]

What to use in 1995 540i with black label 5HP30?

[@DaveHeir]

What about the LiquidMoly Synthetic ATF for the ZF-8HP??

[@bimerev]

What trasnmition fluid can i put in e31 850I 1990y ??

[@darrellrogers5703]

🤣 😂🖐️ Wait that's like American garages for a domestic trans they will power steering fluid 😂it's super insane omg I hope your friend got this fixed wow

[@alanmartins6349]

Just found this channel and love it. I want to buy a BMW but all I ever see is how unreliable they are. What current model would you recommend or any model in the last 5 years including SUV's that have a decent engine. Heard the X5 has the B52 engine that's a great engine is that true? Thanks

[@cucupetru7463]

hello, I saw a video about car oils and those for transmissions. I have an X3 e83LCI, 2009, automatic transmission, n47 engine and I am wondering what are the best brands and types of oil, both for the engine and for the transmission. I didn't drive the car much, but I changed the oil regularly even after 5000 km. because even if I don't do the number of kilometers, time passes and usually it is done for a maximum of 2 years. no matter how many kilometers you travel.thank you and Merry Christmas!

[@CCerwin]

I have noticed there are very few skilled knowledgeable mechanics working in America. The big manufacturers are in more trouble. You know it’s bad when they are using gear oil in a transmission good gravy.

[@vassilisk.5067]

Hello and thank you! I am an owner of a 118 170hp, 2012, auto ZF transmission. Please tell me which one is best for me and in how many kilometres I have to replace it? Thank you in advance!

[@AndriusM-88]

Dean as always top notch explanation from BMW guru. I have a question , I got f36 with b47 engine is necessary to change coolant? if yes at what millage ?

[@hevendranarayansamy2793]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. How do I change the oil in my F56 cooper S auto?

[@sportsmansparadice42]

Which fluid do I need for my 2007 BMW E83 X3 Si model with the 3.0 Liter. Thanks Dean.

[@jonathanevans9257]

I had an X5 15 years ago, serviced by BMW and the 'sealed for life' auto gearbox failed at 90k miles and BMW accepted no responsibility. I had a 2007 535, same thing happened. Sealed for life is nonsense , a BMW specialist changed oil in my 650 and 840 at 80k miles... no problems with gearboxes

[@moeahmad6800]

2018 bmw 330i what transmission oil?

[@servo5651]

Good morning I’m in the United States. I use to own BMW but I switched to the Audi A6 2002. I’m thinking of changing out my transmission fluid and filter. The problem is dealership stop making the fluid and I’m stuck on this issue. Only aftermarket available. Should I use febi or liquid fluid?

[@kdcustoms1272]

I just bought a 16' 550i with 88k miles. It has a lot of history on carfax for being maintained at bmw dealerships and it was 1 shop that worked on it the past few years regularly.. but i dont see anything about changing the transmission fluid. Do you guys think i should look into changing it soon?

[@grahamepigney8565]

According to GM who make auto transmission for some of the M57 engine BMWs the fluid & filter should be changed every 60-80k miles. BMWs filled for life is a myth and basically means filled for the warranty period.

[@daysofgrace2934]

BMW see the life of their cars as 10 years or 100K miles

[@haps470]

Absolutely correct. 💯

[@grahamepigney8565]

@@daysofgrace2934 maybe these days but they were considered good for 250-500k at least, IF properly maintained. I have 2 23 year old E39 Tourings and a 30 year old E34 Touring. The E39s have about 180k miles on them and the E34 has about 250k miles on it.

[@Andrew-hc3xs]

Zf life guard 6 genuine fluid

[@haps470]

@Andrew-hc3xs this is absolutely incorrect. GM require fluid change at around 40 to 50k irrespective of what BMW say. Dexron 6 fluid.

[@Bruthahood1776]

Do f10 series please

[@jandraravi9816]

AMIGO MUCHO MUCHO GRACIAS.......WE LOVE YA......ABDULLAH

[@androidbox3571]

How about differentiating between automatic and manual transmissions.

[@WeveGotBush]

@@androidbox3571 Transmission is a Automatic,Gearbox is a manual.

[@jimb12312]

@@WeveGotBush No. Both are transmissions or gearboxes. The difference is automatic vs manual.

[@SinotaphMusic]

Thank you 🙏 for your advice. I’ve seen some KZbin videos advising people to use Dextron 6 on ZF 5HP19 because it has LT71141 specification written on it. They claim it’s fine on the 5HP19. Your advise this?

[@ahgroundwork]

I have a 8hp transmission in a f10 530d currently at 100000 miles with no issues. Pretty certain it's never had a service do you think it's too late to do it or should I consider getting it done? Would really appreciate your input.

[@dawids90999]

I would change it. There is a point that fluid will become solid (150-200k) and you wont be able to change it at all

[@Mus-Doc]

I would service it. Nothing lasts forever. No symptoms doesn't mean nothing is wrong. Symptoms may only appear in the final stages.

[@Mus-Doc]

​@@Globetrotter-1all respect to your dad but that's not always true.

[@PadmaDorjee]

100 % you need to change it.

[@jimb12312]

WTF do you mean "too late"? Get it done

[@daniel.dzhahani]

I followed your advice and now my e83 3.0d has a broken transmission.

[@darrellrogers5703]

Only fluid American Im forced to use is ac delco but all other oils etc are liqui molly pentosin and Dot 4 and fully synthetic rear dif oil

[@lauri12341]

-You can use that diff oil in some manual transmissions -you said you can use dexron only in GM transmissions, but did you know 5hp is GM, 4hp,6hp and 8hp are ZF and every one of them requires diffrent fluid

[@nickkotsify]

BMW agent told me not to change trans fluid on my GM box 2011...he recommended I do coolant soon when I get to 100Kms

[@3rdbanwavey121]

Hi mate I have a 2012 118D m sport automatic it's now reached 100K my gear box is working fine with no issues is it important that I go het the oil changed for it please advise me thank you ?

[@chitwansinghBhullar]

Can you use Liqui Moly ATF 1800 on a ZF 8 speed (2013 BMW 528i xdrive) ?

[@HardKnocks4LifeIC]

Is the LiquidMolly you show ok to use for the manual trans in 2006 530xi? Same engine as in the video.

[@randallstewart8487]

I wouldnt,its made for hypoid gears in differentials,but thats me,I would be afraid too!He may have a different opinion!

[@Stashawk]

Manual trans = gearbox /// Auto trans = slushbox :)

[@bikeman123]

How many people top up their auto transmission? Theres no fill port so I doubt many owners would do this anyway. As for garages, pretty sure they all know not to use gear oil.

[@johnbiggs9561]

Great video. But it is the manufacturers who state that gearboxes are "sealed for life", so you can understand people believing that they don't need servicing. It is dealers with specialist knowledge of the cars that service the gearboxes because they know they absolutely are not "sealed for life". But the manufacturer will still tell you they are, and there won't be any service procedures in their official data. Don't know if BMW claims their boxes are "sealed for life" but plenty of manufacturers do.

[@paulwhiteley2957]

BMW say sealed for life transmission!!!!!! ZF the manufacturer of the transmissions say 50/60 k change transmission oil n filter .

[@ericsivilla4091]

Every 25k on all my Dodge and BMW ZF Transmissions I change the fluid with Amsoil 100 percent sythetic ATF fuel efficient. I never flush, I just replace what comes out. Follow propper procedures and add if needed more if needed. You can use ZF fluid, OEM, Ravenol, and liqui moly has one, but never used it. I prefer the Amsoil over ZF, Ravemol etc... OEM is a rip off and not as good.

[@poweraxes2318]

Bmw commercial admitted lifetime for a car = 7 years. So lifetime oil = your transmission will probably not broke in the first 7 years of car exploitation. For cars 2018 and older, nothing guaranteed. Marketing trick that many badly understand.

[@BadMuflon]

But ZF says change the oil. Are u gonna listen to the company thats trying to sell u a new car every 5 years or the company that actually build the box?

[@Lux-on9nw]

So what oil do I use for an automatic transmission n52 ?

[@LeverThis]

Using dex6 in a ZF slushbox I can understand (sort of), but differential/gear oil? Really?? I know I shouldn't be surprised, but that's nuts.

[@BadMuflon]

Taxi driver here Dont listen to this and change the transmission fluid especially on ZF boxes. After 30k -40k the oil starts to evaporate and by the time u get to a 100k there is 10%-20% less fluid in the box. If the car is driven hard it could be even worse. Same thing is with the differentials, change that god damn liter of oil it costs 20 bucks

[@GF-mf7ml]

Types of transmission fluid is the most sensitive part of fluid in automotive. Only use transmission fluid from the dealer. Google search before buying the fluid. Remember replace the filter at the same time. Automatic 100,000km and CVT BEFORE 50,000km

[@mikolizazi]

What about the Febi Bilstein ATF Nr08971. Can I use that in my ZF5HP19 e46 gearbox?

[@berlinsortiz7974]

After how long can be service done on x drive sistem?

[@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow]

What's a gare-idge?

[@BMWDoctor]

It’s where your mum goes to get shafted every night by all the men she owes money it’s where you come from my guy KMT

[@daniecronje4180]

@@BMWDoctor 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@HaythamAlAbhar]

Thanks soo much from Egypt 🙏👍

[@emilthomasg]

How do I know what gearbox I have ? BMW X2 F39 , B47 front wheel drive Manual gearbox.

[@johanvanderwalt7659]

Good day. I just want to find out if u can assist me with my BMW 2002 320d e46 m47 motor. When I go down hill I put my foot on the brakes lightly an then it suddenly starts to gear down. Sometimes one or two gears down. If I put my foot on the excellorater to pick up speed, it comes right again. My bmw has got 350000 klms on. Thank u. If u can assist I will appreciate it.

[@dawids90999]

What about febi bilstein atf2 fluid for zf 6hp? It says ga6hp19z as transmission id for that fluid

[@mariusstanescu5450]

Still waiting for dropping the video where you can lower oil service mileage in the infotainment screen😅

[@BMWDoctor]

It’s coming up don’t worry my friend 👊🏻

[@mariusstanescu5450]

@ lovely❤️

[@darrellrogers5703]

I service my own car without a garage 😂

[@randallstewart8487]

I do too,it can be expensive in more ways than one to trust a lot out there!

[@Robert_Stern]

Never changed my transmission fluid on my E39 ever and it’s over 240,000 miles and still going I think this is all lies I believe bmw when they said “Lifetime” fluid it ain’t let me down

[@tommerlin6579]

You have the best Model with best engine!

[@jimb12312]

Cool story bro. My BMW ZF6 transmission was never serviced and it died after 120k km. Needed a full rebuild. BMW also recommends 18k mile oil change intervals. Everyone knows that is bullshit.

[@darrellrogers5703]

Handgrenade ve😂ry true

[@darrellrogers5703]

My bmw GLA uses ac delco fully synthetic oil I'd rather of had a zf 😂

[@arturkoriakin1766]

ZF says change oil in our boxes.. bmw puts a zf into the car and says don’t change it😂😂😂 Please take care of your gear boxes through out their lifetime! Don’t be that guy who starts servicing tranny when its already kicking..

[@derekmaldonado3300]

Is Valvoline Maxlife ATF work well Saw that it supposed to be compatible with BMW

[@turbotrana]

Its mechanics/shops fault. Parts suppliers always get it wrong so you know never to trust them.

[@enginemanagementadventures7305]

Let's face it no garage thinks it's OK to put manual gearbox oil in an auto lol.

[@OneLeggedStormChaser]

“Lifetime fluid” is such bs on number of brands nowadays. Even Subaru of America tries to do it vs. all other markets say to service

[@BrotherRobb]

"This" doesnt tell me what it is. I cant see the label on the bottles.

[@Dementor5oh]

You have great information but you focus way too much on trying to prove your point. You reiterate the same thing so many times that it’s almost you are trying to convince that what you’re saying is true. Instead of continuously repeating the same thing 27 times, just move on to the next subject. I watch your videos because of the information you share is awesome. Sometimes you lose focus on the info you are trying to convey. It seems you are really passionate about these cars which is a great thing, just don’t let it affect your presentation!

[@markomursecpremzl2720]

They uss pumpkin oil for Bmw transsmision 🙉🙉how to destroy your gearbox or how to have failuers on your transsmision 🙈🙈