For 2003 X5 First generation BMW recommends to use: MTF-LT-2 transmission oils and genuine OEM transmission oil with a part number: 83 22 0 309 031. To select the right transmission oil see the table below.

How much transmission oil you need to put into 2003 X5 depends on the engine installed, and some other conditions listed below.

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Condition Volume
expand_moreGS6-53DZ/BZ gearbox
Amount to change 1.59 US qt.
Transmission oil: MTF-LT-2
New filling 1.69 US qt.
Transmission oil: MTF-LT-2
expand_moreS5D 200G and S5D 250G gearboxes
Amount to change 1.06 US qt.
Transmission oil: MTF-LT-2Part number: 83 22 0 309 031
New filling 1.16 US qt.
Transmission oil: MTF-LT-2Part number: 83 22 0 309 031
expand_moreS5D 310Z and S5D 320Z gearboxes
Amount to change 1.37 US qt.
Transmission oil: MTF-LT-2Part number: 83 22 0 309 031
New filling 1.27 US qt.
Transmission oil: MTF-LT-2Part number: 83 22 0 309 031
expand_moreS5D 390Z gearbox
Amount to change 1.59 US qt.
Transmission oil: MTF-LT-2Part number: 83 22 0 309 031
New filling 1.64 US qt.
Transmission oil: MTF-LT-2Part number: 83 22 0 309 031
expand_moreS6S 420G gearbox
Amount to change 1.8 US qt.
Transmission oil: MTF-LT-2Part number: 83 22 0 309 031
New filling 2.01 US qt.
Transmission oil: MTF-LT-2Part number: 83 22 0 309 031
expand_moreS6S 560G gearbox
Amount to change 2.43 US qt.
Transmission oil: MTF-LT-2Part number: 83 22 0 309 031
New filling 2.64 US qt.
Transmission oil: MTF-LT-2Part number: 83 22 0 309 031
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreWith 5-speed gearbox
New filling 1.37 US qt.
Transmission oil: MTF-LT-2
expand_moreWith 6-speed gearbox
Amount to change 1.59 US qt.
Transmission oil: MTF-LT-2
New filling 1.69 US qt.
Transmission oil: MTF-LT-2

Manual transmission oil replacement for your 2003 BMW X5 can be done on your driveway. The whole job will take about 3060 minutes and will save you around $100.

There are two plugs on the transmission - the drain plug at the bottom, and the refill plug on the side. First step is unscrew the refill plug, and then unscrew the drain plug. Use a spanner or a retched with the correct size head. After oil came up screw the drain plug back with a new gasket. Then refill the transmission with new transmission oil.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2003 BMW X5 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 X5 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 2003 BMW X5 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2003 BMW X5 generations

In 2003 BMW offered 2 generations of the X5. Manual transmission oil capacity may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW X5 First generation model years

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