Transmission Service. Manual; Transmission Fluid. Checking And Filling (Manual Transmission); Wheels. Aligning - BMW 5251 Service Manual

020-30
Maintenance
fluid use and the most-up-to-date information regarding
transmission operating fluids.
The automatic transmission is not equipped with a dipstick.
Therefore, checking the ATF level is an involved procedure
which includes measuring and maintaining a specified ATF
temperature during the checking procedure.
For more complete ATF service information, including
checking ATF level and ATF filter replacement procedures,
see
240
Automatic Transmission.
Transmission service, manual
Manual transmission service consists of inspecting for leaks
and checking the fluid. Evidence of transmission leaks is like-
ly to be seen around the driveshaft mounting flange and at the
bottom of the bellhousing.
NOTE-
For more information on identifying oil leaks and their
causes, see 230 Manual Transmission and210 Clutch.
Transmission fluid, checking and filling
(manual transmission)
Tne manual transmss'on inslalleo 'n rne
E39
models s f;lled
with a special liierime iluid (ivlTF-LT-I). oi.
ordinarily
does not need to be changed.
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Check manual transmission oil level at transmission filler plug
(A). Make sure car is on level surface.
NOTE-
Transmission fluid level checking and replacement
procedures are covered in 230 Manual Transmission.
Wheels, aligning
BMW recommends checking the front and rear alignment
once a year and whenever new tires are installed.
NOTE-
See 320 Steering and Wheel Alignment for a more detailed
discussion of alignment requirements and specifications.