I'm installing a new clutch in my Son's '96 328is and thought I'd replace the tranny fluid while I had the box out. But, it has a large yellow sticker that claims it contains "Lifetime" fluid and that it should not be changed. Any input?

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I'm not a huge fan of lifetime fluid, I think that it's a marketing slogan, and it can cause problems for older cars. I guess BMW only thought the cars would make it to 100,000 miles and not beyond? See my thoughts here: http://www.pelicanparts.com/bmw/techarticles/E36-Tranny_Fluid_Auto/E36-Tranny_Fluid_Auto.htm

- Wayne