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Old 12-30-2014, 08:17 PM
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I did the change on my 2001 x5 3.0 a week or so and 100 miles ago. Nothing has blown up yet! Some comments:......
Very complete and thorough post. I don't think that 100 miles is enough to guarantee no further potential issues, but I wouldn't spend any effort worrying about it. You did it very carefully, used the right fluid, and so on. Just drive it and enjoy it.
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Very complete and thorough post. I don't think that 100 miles is enough to guarantee no further potential issues, but I wouldn't spend any effort worrying about it. You did it very carefully, used the right fluid, and so on. Just drive it and enjoy it.
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I've heard flushing the transmission oil is not recommended.Is it true?I was about to do it but many people say I better don't.
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