emiffy
Well-Known Member
All autotranny have a fixed lifespan. One school of thought says - engineer it such that the ATF will last the normal-usage lifespan of the autotrans, usually 150k or thereabouts.
The other school of thought says - change ATF regularly and frequently.
Usually, in countries where labour costs are high (Europe, US), most will go for the former.
In our part of the world, I think it's prudent to change.
HOWEVER, since your autobox has lasted you 100k with no problems, I'll be a little hesitant. Reason I'm saying this is my previous E36, when I took over at 120k km, I changed the ATF, and 10k later, the valve body seized. Probably not an isolated case, I know of three other MB (W124, W201) and another E36 owner with similiar experience.
Usually, change around 50k km. And always go for the manufacturer recommendation for ATF.
Good luck, hope this is of some useful info to you.
The other school of thought says - change ATF regularly and frequently.
Usually, in countries where labour costs are high (Europe, US), most will go for the former.
In our part of the world, I think it's prudent to change.
HOWEVER, since your autobox has lasted you 100k with no problems, I'll be a little hesitant. Reason I'm saying this is my previous E36, when I took over at 120k km, I changed the ATF, and 10k later, the valve body seized. Probably not an isolated case, I know of three other MB (W124, W201) and another E36 owner with similiar experience.
Usually, change around 50k km. And always go for the manufacturer recommendation for ATF.
Good luck, hope this is of some useful info to you.
