What's is the BMW automatic trans fluid called?

redbmw330i · 08-15-2013, 10:54 PM

Hey,

I noticed my transmission might need some help I'm looking to get a bottle of the special BMW transmission fluid additive but I don't know the name or model number.

Thanks

F32Fleet · 08-16-2013, 07:06 AM

ZF LifeGuard 6. You can buy online. Thectsc.com has reasonably priced oil change kits.

redbmw330i · 08-16-2013, 09:02 AM

Thanks. Isn't there a small bottle sold by BMW as well that's used?

F32Fleet · 08-16-2013, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by redbmw330i

Thanks. Isn't there a small bottle sold by BMW as well that's used?

Not that I remember. Dealerships usually stock ATF fuids in bulk (55 gallon drums).

redbmw330i · 08-16-2013, 10:30 AM

Well I meant there was a special fluid in a small bottle specifically for BMW transmissions made by BMW for slipping, I do not remember the name but it is made by BMW.

deg335 · 08-17-2013, 06:38 AM

It's better to check model of your transmission first. Post here last 7 symbols of your VIN.

F32Fleet · 08-17-2013, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by redbmw330i

Well I meant there was a special fluid in a small bottle specifically for BMW transmissions made by BMW for slipping, I do not remember the name but it is made by BMW.

I've never heard of such a thing. Perhaps your mechtronics sleeve is leaking. It's a common issue with E90 330 and usually has already been replaced by now.

redbmw330i · 08-17-2013, 02:56 PM

It is PS10584

deg335 · 08-17-2013, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by redbmw330i

It is PS10584

You have GA6HP19Z transmission on it. And the oil is Shell M-1375.4

Kodak · 08-18-2013, 10:10 PM

I got this info recently and apparently is "suitable" for our auto tranny, but definitely double check.
Valvoline Import Multi-Vehicle ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid)
BMW LT 71141, ETL-7045E and M-1375.4 applications
http://www.valvoline.com/pdf/multi_vehicle_atf.pdf

deg335 · 08-20-2013, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Kodak

I got this info recently and apparently is "suitable" for our auto tranny, but definitely double check.
Valvoline Import Multi-Vehicle ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid)
BMW LT 71141, ETL-7045E and M-1375.4 applications
http://www.valvoline.com/pdf/multi_vehicle_atf.pdf

BMW LT 71141, ETL-7045E and M-1375.4 are different oils for different transmissions! For author's bimmer goes M-1375.4 only!!!

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