Re: Question: How to check ATF level



Branden Nelsen wrote:
> This is usually a simple thing and ive been able to check this on
> every other car ive owned. I have a 1999 528i now and im trying to
> check the ATF level to make sure that its at the proper fill.
>
> I cannot locate where to check this level at, that seems to be no
> Dipstick within view other then the Oil stick. How do you check this
> on this car?

If there are no visible oil leaks under the car you can safely assume the
oil is still inside the transmisson. If there is a substantial leak then it
needs repairing.

Huw


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