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Old 04-23-2026, 09:40 AM
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trans fluid type advice
Hi
I have a 2003 e53 3.0d gm 5 speed.
Trying to find out what fluid type i need.
Been told so many different types.


dexron vi comes up all the time but my
parts people say no according the my reg
number.


So i need some advice please.


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Old 04-23-2026, 11:40 AM
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Original oil from the factory is Dexron III-H which can be replaced by newer Dexron VI. What I've used during the years is Petro-Canada AFT D3M.
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Old 04-23-2026, 01:31 PM
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DEX VI replaced DEX III. I use DEX VI in mine. No issues. It runs and shifts great. 177k+ miles.
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Old 04-23-2026, 01:33 PM
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thank you
Thank you for your reply's.
Thats good enough for me.


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2003 e53 3.0d gm 5 speed...wait a minute! 5 speed auto diesel?
Can we have engine pics posted?
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2003 e53 3.0d gm 5 speed...wait a minute! 5 speed auto diesel?
Can we have engine pics posted?
There's not much to visually tell the 5-speed (M57/GM 5L50-E) and 6-speed (M57TU/ZF 6HP26Z) versions apart, unless you know what to look for: -
  • Slightly different engine acoustic cover design
  • Different fuel filter location

M57


M57TU
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Nice! The engine bay looks so much cleaner. No stuff mounted on the wheel wells.

Someday, I hope to see a diesel X5 running.

X5s gathering needed!
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