The 5 Speed Automatic Transmission from ZF was initially marketed as having a " Lifetime Fluid ". From years of experience, it was learned that the fluid did last longer than ordinary ATF, but it wasn't lasting a Lifetime. The Biggest Maintenance Challenge in these Transmissions is changing the fluid. With Normal Driving, in a Sport Sedan, which is mildly aggressive, the fluid should be changed at each 60,000 miles. To help get the fluid into the Transmission and Check the fluid level and condition, I have developed a " Classic Dip Stick ".
Models Available - Ship in 5 days from Receipt of Order.
1998 to 2001 BMW 740i - 740il - 540i with 5HP24 Transmission
1995 to 2003 Jaguar XJ8 - XK8 with 5HP24 Transmission
Models being developed
1993 to 1997 BMW 740i & 740il - 540i with 5HP30 Transmission
Volunteer found, meeting in May 2011 )
Models being researched
Any car with a ZF Transmission that does not have a Dip Stick. I have enough components and tooling that I can custom make a Classic Dip Stick for your Audi, Jaguar, Bentley, or Aston Martin. The deal is that you get the Prototype for free once I install the first Classic Dip Stick on your car.
Checking the fluid level looks the traditional DipStick. The Red Arrow points to the full mark.

The photo below is the DipStick in the 740i - 740il BMW. This photo shows the BMW DipStick, my Classic DipStick does look slightly different as it doesn't have the arrow pointing to the left.
From Below, the tube attaches to the Fill Port of the Transmission. The dip stick length is being calibrated to read full at normal operating temperature. Yes, Fluid can be added through the tube.
The kit includes a CD on how to install the Dipstick, how to level the car for a fluid level check, how to dump the pan and refill with fluid, and how to change the filter and refill with fluid.
The price is $149 plus $18.50 UPS Shipping. Please state the Make, Model and Year in the comments box
> Contact
tem@meurosport.com if you are interested. Next, I am working on the DipStick for the 5HP30 in the 1993 through 1997 cars.
The design of the Classic Dip Stick is proprietary. An application has been made to the US Patent Office. All Rights Reserved.