Now that my x5 turn 50 (50,000 miles). It finally decide to change the tranny oil. Over time I have read and search to forum. And I am placing my order at my local dealer.

Final check on a few things.

1. The vin on my x5 said I need to use Texaco ETL-8072B. The dealer only sell it at 25L jugs. From my research this is Dexron VI. Can any one please confirm.

2. Do you need an new a new pan gasket? The reason I ask is when I changed the tranny on my Mercedes ML320. I purchase a new pan gasket but end up not using it. Because the old one was made from rubber and it was still good and I reused it (no leaks so fare). Do I need a new one for the bmw? Anyone have any experience with this.

3. The drain bolts are listed in the "How to articles". But Anyone know the torque spec for the pan bolts?

4. I plan to use the filter kit from the dealer $73 ouch.


thanks guys in advance.