Thanks Phil.

I don't think I have provided a chronological account of my transmission issues in this thread, so let me do that now.

• 2/2013 133k Purchased X5
• 8/2013 134k Dropped transmission pan and changed the filter and did oil change (ZF Lifeguard)
• 10/2013 136k Getting "TRANS FAILSAFE PROG" when starting cold. No issues when starting warm but did notice rough 2-1 shift
• 12/2013 138k Checked fluid level and it was 1 quart low. I topped it off, but still getting "TRANS FAILSAFE PROG" when cold
• 1/2014 138k Getting "TRANS FAILSAFE PROG" now also when hot
• 3/2014 138k I drained the transmission oil and it was black and smelly

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2018 Honda Accord Touring 2.0t - 44k
2015 Honda CR-V EX-L - 82k
2002 X5 4.6is - 133K
2002 Chevy 3500 4x4 LT CC LB - 110k
1998 Subaru Legacy GT 5 speed - 144k
2002 4 Runner Limited - Sold
2006 E60 M5 - Sold
2000 Corvette - Sold
1994 Infinity Q45t - Sold
1982 F150 4x4 - Sold