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Originally Posted by FSETH
sunny, Are you a BMWCCA member? If so, I HIGHLY suggest e-mailing tech-talk and getting a copy of their old school maintenance schedule. It is written by Mike Miller who is more than likely a better BMW mechanic than your guy seeing as he does the mechanical questions for both Roundel and Bimmer magazine. ... There is no right answer when it comes to changing the trans fluid and you should do what makes you happy, but calling the risk of changing fluid on a higher mileage BMW that has not been maintained an urban myth, is just flat out inaccurate.
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I also like Mike Miller and rarely disagree with his take on things -- he obviously is extremely experienced with BMWs.
Now, I don't particularly want to get into the middle of things, as AT fluid change is almost as controversial as which brand of engine oil and how often to change it, but there is a piece of information I'd really like to know if anyone has the answer.
Did BMW change their recommendation for AT fluid changes from Lifetime/never to 100,000 miles? I seem to recall reading that, but can't find a confirmation with a search.
P.S. For anyone who hasn't gotten enough of the AT change discussion, this link should keep ya' busy for a while!
Collecting Statistics on BMW auto transmission and Lifetime ATF - Bimmerforums - The Ultimate BMW Forum