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    Default tranny fluid change

    Hi, new to BMW post, getting my first bimmer today, 540i/a...not too many six speeds available for the price, 7500 USD but here is my question. Is there a special tranny fluid with an expensive price that my mechanic has told me about to warrent a 400 dollar tranny service? I think that I could be getting hosed , I haven't had him do it yet but it seems a little out of whack.
    thanks for the info.

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    Default Unfortunately your trans takes the expensive fluid,

    do a search for 540 trans fluid and there will be a ton of info on it at this site. I have read that it goes anywhere from 12-23 bux a quart. DO not use anything other than the recommended or the clutches could de-laminate and you will really be dumping some cash on a rebuild.
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    Here's a site if you're inclined to DIY:

    http://www.e38.org/zf-5hp30-service.html
    Ramon
    1994 540iA Nikasil EAT Chip
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    Quote Originally Posted by MBXB
    Here's a site if you're inclined to DIY:

    http://www.e38.org/zf-5hp30-service.html
    thanks for the info to both of you guys, under 25 bux doesn't sound to bad....he was saying something to the tune of 135 per quart or gallon....my mind went a little hazy after the number he threw at me....how often shoudl it be changed? btw i'll throw a pic up when i get the car.

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