What kind of fluid goes in a manual transmission?

Commonly recommended manual transmission fluid formulations include SAE 80W, 75W-90, 80W-90 and SAE 90. In some cases, a multi-grade engine oil or automatic transmission fluid may be recommended. However, a manual transmission fluid is typically the most optimal for manual transmissions.

What kind of transmission fluid do I put in my BMW?

The recommended ATF for either is Dexron III (D4). This is also the most common ATF you will find at auto parts stores (it’s compatible with most GM and Ford auto transmissions). BMW has transitioned to a newer Dexron VI spec, which is backwards compatible with Dexron III.

What is the best fluid for manual transmission?

Best Manual Transmission Fluid

• Ford. Manual Transmission Fluid. Premium Choice.
• Honda. Manual Transmission Fluid. Best for Honda Vehicles.
• Red Line Oil. Manual Transmission Fluid. Low Sulfur Formula.
• Royal Purple. Manual Transmission Fluid. Solid Performance.
• ACDelco. Manual Transmission Fluid. Trusted Brand.

What kind of transmission fluid does 1999 BMW 328i take?

Valvoline Synthetic Transmission Fluid Dexron VI 1 Quart.

Is it OK to put ATF in a manual transmission?

Yes – provided the original equipment manufacturer recommends it. It’s important to check your owner’s manual to make sure before dumping ATF in your manual transmission. In fact, some manuals may call for a gear lube or even a motor oil in older units.

How do I know if my manual transmission fluid is low?

Symptoms of Low Transmission Fluid

1. Drips or puddles underneath the car.
2. Difficulty shifting through gears and/or slipping.
3. Shuddering or shaking.
4. Lurching or sudden jerks.
5. Transmission won’t engage.
6. Humming or clunking noises.
7. A burning smell.

What kind of transmission fluid does BMW 328i?

Pentosin ATF 1 is a fully synthetic high performance Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) for life-time application in automatic gear boxes. Pentosin ATF 1 is formulated by means of the best commercially available synthetic base oils and additive components.

What type of transmission fluid does a BMW 328i take?

What happens if manual transmission fluid is low?

A healthy transmission will shift between gears smoothly and there won’t be any slippage. Low fluid levels can cause gears to miss, which will result in a grinding sensation.

Should I change my manual transmission fluid?

Most manufacturers recommend that manual transmission fluid be changed every 30,000 to 60,000 miles. Some manufacturers suggest changing transmission fluid every 15,000 miles.

What happens if a manual transmission is low on fluid?

A low level of transmission fluid will make changing gears feel more sluggish and difficult. As time goes on, the gears may do the opposite by changing too quickly instead of too slowly. Either way, this will make it dangerous to drive because you won’t be able to change gears at the appropriate time necessary.

What kind of fluid does a BMW 4 speed use?

ATF Dexron III is the fluid standard for 4-speed BMW automatics (ZF 4HP). This is also the most common ATF you will find at auto parts stores (it’s compatible with most GM and Ford auto transmissions). BMW 4 and 5-speed automatics are made by either ZF (4HP) or GM (5L40-E/A5S360R). The recommended ATF for either is Dexron III (D4).

What kind of differential fluid does a BMW use?

The OEM ATF is a ZF Lifeguard 6 which carries a Dexron VI (D6) rating. BMW refers to it as “ATF 2”. Cars that originally used D6 cannot use D4 (all 6- and 8-speed automatics) so keep track of what oil is in your transmission. The BMW 8-speed automatic is made by ZF and was used mostly in mid-2010s RWD and AWD models.

When to change the oil in a BMW transmission?

BMW recommends using only the same fluid in the transmission when topping off the oil level. They do not recommend mixing ATF oil brands and specs so keep track of what oil is in your transmission. Recommended replacement interval: 60,000 miles

What kind of oil does a manual transmission take?

Most manual transmissions on vintage models do not have a fluid label on the transmission because nearly all gearboxes took the same fluid – a universal GL-4. If no label is present, the official recommendation is any GL-4 gear oil. Our favorite is the Red Line MTL.