Transmission Fluid...

[blktoptrvl]

4.4 Automatic

OK, manual does not show the check/filler location.

I imagine it is the resovoir near the coolant filler, but it appears to be in German so I cannot read the instructions.

It has a stubby dipstick in the cap, but I see no high/low marks.

I know this probably sounds elementary, but this is the first Automatic I have ever owned in close to 50 years, so...

How do you check the transmission fluid level?

[Buckeyeauto]

I had the same question a week ago. The ATF cannister by coolant is the power steering resevoir! There is no other way to check the tranny ATF unless you access the transmission from under the X. BMW says it's a lifetime fluid, x5world recommends changing fluid and filter every 30-40k.

[Bimmer360]

its not under the hood, its under your car underneath the driver seat. What year is your X? if you have 100K at least, most members suggest you leave it alone since problems might occur by doing that, it is recommended to do that prior to 60K, after that, it's your choice to do or not to do it.

[blktoptrvl]

2006. 36K. Thanks for the input.

[Tomaz]

There is an access plug on the side of the transmission with a hex fitting. At your milage I would not be concerned.