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[ECS Tuning]

Originally Posted by X5Ghost

Nice video and seems simple! I'm assuming the X5 would be similar if not identical?

Similar processes but not identical on the X5. Take the video as a basic guide for the X5 as the process will be similar.

Originally Posted by X5Ghost

I'm not sure why then it is recommended not to change the fluid on cars (X5) with high mileage??? I didn't see anyathing that would be specific to that in the video?

From our experience your vehicles which have high mileages changes then transmission failure are the vehicles which already are having transmission problems. On cars with properly functioning transmissions routine service should cause no issues.

Originally Posted by X5Ghost

I've read that even the dealer doesn't recommend it so why is that? Your insights ECS would be appreciated?

We got by the manufactures of the transmission suggestions with our service intervals not BMWs.

Originally Posted by X5Ghost

Does measuring the temp tells that the trans fluid in there is the right amount?

Bingo!