HELP! transmission fluid for and e30

[kurtyb 1]

what would be the best automatic transmission fluid for an 4- HP22 gearbox? and about howmany liters?

[mark247 39]

what would be the best automatic transmission fluid for an 4- HP22 gearbox? and about howmany liters?

Not sure what would be best, but any would do I'd say. They take a fair bit of fluid if you have to fill it up empty, perhaps 7litres? not 100% sure.

[*Glenn* 854]

G3 full synthetic is the right oil... what are you doing though. Oil change or trans service ?

[kurtyb 1]

G3 full synthetic is the right oil... what are you doing though. Oil change or trans service ?

i just put a replacement box in and now i want to put some atf oil in it?

[*Glenn* 854]

i just put a replacement box in and now i want to put some atf oil in it?

You'll need between 4 & 6 litres

[mark247 39]

My mate replaced the gearbox in his car the other day and he put an "entire 2l bottle" of ATF in it and wondered why it wasn't shifting nicely. They take a fair bit.

[320guy 0]

My mate replaced the gearbox in his car the other day and he put an "entire 2l bottle" of ATF in it and wondered why it wasn't shifting nicely. They take a fair bit.

Lol more like he was wondering why it wouldnt move unless he revved it to 4k.

[kurtyb 1]

iv asked around and alot of people say dextron 3?

[bravo 35]

Glenn already told you what oil to use.

G3 full synthetic is the right oil... what are you doing though. Oil change or trans service ?

[bekker 7]

iv asked around and alot of people say dextron 3?

DX3 is the spec and the most common type. Glenn's suggestion is good. I use Penrite BMV which is a semi synthetic Penrite claim is specifically formulated for ZF transmissions. I'm happy with it, shifts are very smooth. Can be ordered through Supercheap. From memory it's about $45 for 4 litres plus frieght. I generally use around 3 litres per service. You'll need a lot more if your filling from empty.