Change of Auto Trans fluid and filter?

[Cooper]

Hi, sometime in the near future I want to change the auto transmission fluid in my 2.2i 2001 roadster. I am not a mechanic but I want to do almost everything that needs to be done on my car myself!

I have been looking for a specific Z3 write-up 'how to' on this without luck but have watch a couple of youtube vids - looks simple enough.

will i need to replace the bolts [new ones] holding the pan?
how many litres does it hold? What brand or specifications?
any helpful hints to make the job easier and more efficient?

Looks like this kit will suffice - http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/261327073398?ssPageName=STRK:MESINDXX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1436.l2649

I have a trolley jack, 4 x stands, ramps plus extensions and all the tools. I also have the Bentley manual but I prefer your practical advice over that.

Thanks guys

Cooper

 

[Dobiwallah]

I haven't done the transmission fluid yet, but I can't imagine that you have to remove the pan for a fluid change. There must be a plug somewhere..

 

[Cooper]

I haven't done the transmission fluid yet, but I can't imagine that you have to remove the pan for a fluid change. There must be a plug somewhere..

There is and the fill hole os another type of plug much higher up. I also want to change the filter which is a large plastic thing directly under some components in the pan. If the screws are torqued it is likely they all will have to be replaced as the bolts will stretch.

Let me know if you find out something interesting please!

 

[Dobiwallah]

I found this manual on pelicanparts http://www.pelicanparts.com/bmw/techarticles/E36-Tranny_Fluid_Auto/E36-Tranny_Fluid_Auto.htm

 

[t-tony]

Hi, sometime in the near future I want to change the auto transmission fluid in my 2.2i 2001 roadster. I am not a mechanic but I want to do almost everything that needs to be done on my car myself!

I have been looking for a specific Z3 write-up 'how to' on this without luck but have watch a couple of youtube vids - looks simple enough.

will i need to replace the bolts [new ones] holding the pan?
how many litres does it hold? What brand or specifications?
any helpful hints to make the job easier and more efficient?

Looks like this kit will suffice - http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/261327073398?ssPageName=STRK:MESINDXX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1436.l2649

I have a trolley jack, 4 x stands, ramps plus extensions and all the tools. I also have the Bentley manual but I prefer your practical advice over that.

Thanks guys

Cooper

Can give you info but not have time till tomorrow after work if that will be ok?

Tony.

 

[Cooper]

Can give you info but not have time till tomorrow after work if that will be ok?

Tony.

Perfect, I have lots of time as just investigating now.

 

[oldcarman]

There is and the fill hole os another type of plug much higher up. I also want to change the filter which is a large plastic thing directly under some components in the pan. If the screws are torqued it is likely they all will have to be replaced as the bolts will stretch.

Let me know if you find out something interesting please!

I can't see tranny pan bolts being torqued to a stretch point that would require their replacement every time a filter change is performed. So I don't think you need worry about those. JIM

 

[t-tony]

I think he is referring to the sump pan fixing screws Jim. The kit I used supplied me with a set of new bolts/set screws along with the new filter and mounting bolts for that too.

Tony.