For 2001 3 Series Sedan Fourth generation LCI BMW recommends to use: and genuine OEM automatic transmission fluids with following part numbers: 83229407807, and 83 22 0 026 922. To select the right automatic transmission fluid see the table below.

How much automatic transmission fluid you need to put into 2001 3 Series Sedan depends on conditions listed below.

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Condition Volume
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.9 L 114 HP engine (1998.9–2005.2)
expand_moreA4S 200R gearbox
Amount to change 4.23 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 0 026 922
New filling 9.51 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 0 026 922
expand_moreGearbox A4S 310R
Amount to change 3.17 US qt.
New filling 9.3 US qt.
expand_more318 i with gasoline straight-4 1.9 L 117 HP engine (1998.2–2001.9)
expand_moreA4S 200R gearbox
Amount to change 4.23 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 0 026 922
New filling 9.51 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 0 026 922
expand_moreGearbox A4S 310R
Amount to change 3.17 US qt.
New filling 9.3 US qt.
expand_more318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2001.9–2005.2)
expand_moreA4S 200R gearbox
Amount to change 4.23 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 0 026 922
New filling 9.51 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 0 026 922
expand_moreGearbox A4S 310R
Amount to change 3.17 US qt.
New filling 9.3 US qt.
expand_more320 i with gasoline straight-6 2.2 L 168 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)
New filling 9.4 US qt.
Part number: 83229407807
expand_more330 d with diesel straight-6 2.9 L 181 HP engine (1999.10–2005.2)
A5S 360R gearbox 9.51 US qt.
A5S 390R gearbox 8.88 US qt.
expand_moreAll other modifications
Amount to change 4.23 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 0 026 922
New filling 9.51 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 0 026 922

Without special equipment it is possible to replace only ATF in the AT pan because of the way automatic transmission in 2001 BMW 3 Series Sedan has been designed. It will take about 3090 minutes depends on your skill level and might save you up to $200 depends on the region you live in.

With a spanner or a retched with the right size head unscrew the refill plug and the drain plug. After that drain old AT fluid. If you want to replace the filter you need to remove the ATF pan, replace the filter and then install the ATF pan back with a new gasket. Screw back the drain plug with a new gasket and refill the transmission with new ATF.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2001 BMW 3 Series Sedan user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and BMW warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow BMW 3 Series Sedan service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

Doing basic service for your 2001 BMW 3 Series Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2001 BMW 3 Series Sedan generations

In 2001 BMW offered 2 generations of the 3 Series Sedan. Automatic transmission fluid capacity may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW 3 Series Sedan Fourth generation LCI model years

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