30/08/2026
2016 BMW 320d M Sport xDrive (B47D20A) in with us for some important drivetrain maintenance.
This one had a ZF 8-speed transmission service, along with fresh oil through the rest of the xDrive drivetrain.
The ZF service was carried out using genuine ZF parts and ZF Lifeguard fluid, including a new integrated sump/filter. The front and rear differentials and transfer box were then serviced using the correct genuine BMW oils.
π§ Work carried out
β’ ZF 8-speed transmission service
β’ Genuine ZF integrated sump and filter
β’ Genuine ZF Lifeguard transmission fluid
β’ Front differential oil change using genuine BMW oil
β’ Rear differential oil change using genuine BMW oil
β’ Transfer box oil change using genuine BMW oil
Despite the idea of these being βlifetimeβ fluids, oils donβt last forever. Heat, mileage and normal wear all gradually contaminate and degrade the fluid.
Servicing the ZF transmission gives it fresh fluid and a new filter, helping maintain smooth gear changes and protecting the internal components from unnecessary wear.
The xDrive drivetrain is just as important. The transfer box is constantly managing power between the front and rear axles, while both differentials are working whenever the car is moving. Fresh, correct-specification oil helps protect the gears, bearings and clutches inside these units.
Especially on an xDrive BMW, it makes sense to maintain the whole drivetrain rather than just the engine.
Gearbox serviced, both diffs serviced and transfer box serviced. Ready for plenty more miles ππ₯
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