R50/53 2005 R53 Manual Transmission Fluid
#1
2005 R53 Manual Transmission Fluid
Okay so new member...and new to MINIs almost entirely-
My sister just picked up an '05 MCS, and it has a limited slip dif.
With it being FWD, I guess the dif is in the transmission...and I can only assume that they're pumping the same fluid. Based on the reading I've done, BMW MTF-LT3 is the appropriate fluid for a drain/fill. Is this the case even with the limited slip option?
The transmission is pretty notchy, so I thought I would investigate how hard it is to replace the fluid. Being 6 years old, it's time for it anyways.
Any help is appreciated!
My sister just picked up an '05 MCS, and it has a limited slip dif.
With it being FWD, I guess the dif is in the transmission...and I can only assume that they're pumping the same fluid. Based on the reading I've done, BMW MTF-LT3 is the appropriate fluid for a drain/fill. Is this the case even with the limited slip option?
The transmission is pretty notchy, so I thought I would investigate how hard it is to replace the fluid. Being 6 years old, it's time for it anyways.
Any help is appreciated!
#3
I had the transmission(manual) fluid changed last summer. After reading dozens of posts arguing what fluid to use ranging from OEM to the plethora of aftermarket types, I finally ceased my rectal analysis and relented to calling a Mini dealer to eliminate any doubt. Giving them the model, year and the fact that it was LSD equipped, they told me the recommended OEM fluid. Finally I concluded that I couldn't go wrong with OEM fluid. My indie shop changed the fluid and I have to admit the shifting is a tad smoother. Hence the debate was over for me. Good luck. PS--FWIW
Last edited by buzzsaw; 03-07-2011 at 05:00 PM.
#5
awesome! Thanks for the links...still learning my way around. I have some royal purple synchromax that is an alternative to MTF-LT2 for use in my own car, but with the limited slip in the MCS I think I'll stick with OEM.
fwiw... MTF-LTx stands for "Manual Transmission Fluid - Life Time (version X)", or that's what a BMW tech told me once, but it makes sense.
I will also add, after seeing that writeup, it's easier with a transfer pump.
www.mcmaster.com and search item 1061K11 . For ten bucks they're incredibly useful.
fwiw... MTF-LTx stands for "Manual Transmission Fluid - Life Time (version X)", or that's what a BMW tech told me once, but it makes sense.
I will also add, after seeing that writeup, it's easier with a transfer pump.
www.mcmaster.com and search item 1061K11 . For ten bucks they're incredibly useful.
#6
awesome! Thanks for the links...still learning my way around. I have some royal purple synchromax that is an alternative to MTF-LT2 for use in my own car, but with the limited slip in the MCS I think I'll stick with OEM.
fwiw... MTF-LTx stands for "Manual Transmission Fluid - Life Time (version X)", or that's what a BMW tech told me once, but it makes sense.
I will also add, after seeing that writeup, it's easier with a transfer pump.
www.mcmaster.com and search item 1061K11 . For ten bucks they're incredibly useful.
fwiw... MTF-LTx stands for "Manual Transmission Fluid - Life Time (version X)", or that's what a BMW tech told me once, but it makes sense.
I will also add, after seeing that writeup, it's easier with a transfer pump.
www.mcmaster.com and search item 1061K11 . For ten bucks they're incredibly useful.
I had seen one that Harbor Freight sells and the hose seemed longer.
http://www.harborfreight.com/multi-u...ump-66418.html
Last edited by steve20607; 03-08-2011 at 08:43 AM. Reason: added info
#7
The one I have was from NAPA maybe 10 years ago, and the hose lenth has always been fine. I also have a few rolls of different hoses that I've collected over the years, so I was never really worried about it. The one from McMaster appears to be identical to the NAPA one, so it probably is- It also has a metal housing, versus the plastic housing of the HF unit.
I've used that pump for countless transmission fluid changes, and it always works great. I do use it for everything from brake fluid to anti-freeze, so I have to be sure to flush it out with the drained fluid before I start sucking new. I suppose that I'd be happy with either one. I like the fact that the action of the piston is super smooth (especially with transmission fluid in it!), so you can be under the car and fill the transmission up *just* enough without it running over.
Since the hose comes straight out the bottom, I usually hang it up next to my shovels with a rag under it. Most of whatever was in there just drips out over a short period of time, so cleaning it for the next use isn't bad.
I've used that pump for countless transmission fluid changes, and it always works great. I do use it for everything from brake fluid to anti-freeze, so I have to be sure to flush it out with the drained fluid before I start sucking new. I suppose that I'd be happy with either one. I like the fact that the action of the piston is super smooth (especially with transmission fluid in it!), so you can be under the car and fill the transmission up *just* enough without it running over.
Since the hose comes straight out the bottom, I usually hang it up next to my shovels with a rag under it. Most of whatever was in there just drips out over a short period of time, so cleaning it for the next use isn't bad.
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