[BMWCSRegistry] Transmission Fluid

[Bill Riblett]

Todd,
I use Redline MTL in all my older transmissions.  You need a 17mm allen
wrench for the trans plugs (filler and drain).  Check Bavarian Autosport or
BMP.  If you can't find one, contact me off list and I'll loan you mine.
Bill Riblett

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[mailto:bmwcsregistry-bounces at idb.ded.forest.net] On Behalf Of Todd Pantezzi
Sent: Friday, July 13, 2007 11:09 PM
To: Listserv CS Registry
Subject: [BMWCSRegistry] Transmission Fluid


Gent's,
 
I need advice on checking and topping-off the transmission fluid in my E9.
Mine is a '73 3.0 cs but with a 5 speed conversion.  My mechanic - a known
coupe guru with plenty of experience on my car - advised me today that my
coupe should have a 17 mm socket on the passenger side of the transmission
which, once removed, would allow me to check the fluid level.  He said that
it would be a normal socket, but when I put my coupe on jackstands and got
underneath for a peek I saw what looks like an inverted socket hole.  My
mechanic said the type of opening (socket) dictates the type of gear oil
that is required.  He recommended Mobil One 75W-90, but now I'm confused as
to whether or not this is the correct gear oil for this transmission given
that the opening is not a standard socket but instead an inverted socket
(I'm sure there's a proper name for it - obviously I'm an amateur mechanic
at best).
 
Please advise on 1) the correct fluid to use and 2) whether or not I need to
go out and buy a special tool/socket to open and check the fluid.  If more
info is needed from me I'm happy to oblige.
 
Thanks in advance.
 
Todd
HYPERLINK "mailto:tpantezzi at hotmail.com"tpantezzi at hotmail.com
 


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