DIY ZF 6HP19Z Transmission Drain & Refill
04-06-2011, 06:21 AM
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My Ride: E60 530i
Model Year: 2004
Engine: M54
Hi,
I am planning to change trans filter/pan and the trans fluid in my '06 530i with 95K miles.
For the filter/pan, ZF brand pan/gasket/seal ring is available for around $170. BECK/ARNEY brand pan/filter/gasket/seal ring for around $99.
Anyone used BECK/ARNEY brand? Would you recommend this product?
For the trans fluid, Pentosin is around $15 per Ltr, Shell-M is around $27 per Ltr. Any reason why I shouldn't use Pentosin?
I am planning to change trans filter/pan and the trans fluid in my '06 530i with 95K miles.
For the filter/pan, ZF brand pan/gasket/seal ring is available for around $170. BECK/ARNEY brand pan/filter/gasket/seal ring for around $99.
Anyone used BECK/ARNEY brand? Would you recommend this product?
For the trans fluid, Pentosin is around $15 per Ltr, Shell-M is around $27 per Ltr. Any reason why I shouldn't use Pentosin?
04-12-2011, 02:06 PM
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Well just did control arms etc.. and now Trans pan is Super wet dont you hate that lol So I have an appointment to verify if this service is needed from an Independent shop or if its something else causing. I have ordered the Motorcraft Mercon SP after reading all threads and google. Its on my dime so I am going to use less dimes on fluid and more dimes towards parts and labor. Less than 5 bucks is awesome! Great write up
04-13-2011, 04:39 AM
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Well just did control arms etc.. and now Trans pan is Super wet dont you hate that lol So I have an appointment to verify if this service is needed from an Independent shop or if its something else causing. I have ordered the Motorcraft Mercon SP after reading all threads and google. Its on my dime so I am going to use less dimes on fluid and more dimes towards parts and labor. Less than 5 bucks is awesome! Great write up
04-13-2011, 07:13 AM
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04-19-2011, 07:57 PM
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is it possible to overfill the transmission oil and cause damage to gearbox or any of its affiliated systems that run on ATF??
also, would not having sufficient oil in the trans be the/a cause for vehicle not shifting into gear?
also, would not having sufficient oil in the trans be the/a cause for vehicle not shifting into gear?
04-20-2011, 06:54 AM
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On a side note the Fabled Mercon SP is here! I feel like a rebel. The pan kit should be here today for installation on Saturday! For anyone who would like to see data sheets for comparisons of Mercon SP, Royal Purple ATF, Ams Oil to Pentosin/ZFlifeguard6 hit me up