Which gearbox oil to use?

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sajad09
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Post Thu Dec 15, 2016 6:37 pm

Hi just want to confirm which gearbox oil to use on my switchable auto 325i?

4hp22 i beleive.. also how many litres are needed is system is completely drained?

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Post Thu Dec 15, 2016 8:16 pm

ATF Dexron 3 which you can get from pretty much anywhere, buy two 5 litre tubs and you will have enough to renew the PAS fluid also 8)
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Post Thu Dec 15, 2016 9:23 pm

Cheers mate good idea that. :cool: