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Originally Posted by Burnaby
3. The 40 degree precision question. Ask yourself what is the difference in the volume of the fluid during the summer when you perform the procedure compared to the volume at 40 degree Celsius. The official ZF procedure give that temperature recommendation, but explain if the level is too low the transmission will be damaged. If the level is too high the excess oil will leak trough the overflow and it can ignite on hot surface. What outcome would you prefer? My car is oily underneath anyways.
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I did change following the procedure, which was cumbersome plus I burned my hand. Next time I do it on my 328i I will do ghetto style - drain, change pan, tilt forward and pour in same amount as drained with some overfill.