2018 BMW 420I Automatic Transmission Parts

Engine:
2.0L L4 Turbocharged

This page lists 27 automatic transmission parts for the 2018 BMW 420I, across 8 part types, covering the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged engine. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.

On the 2018 BMW 420I, the automatic transmission covers the automatic gearbox and its supporting cast — filters, coolers, solenoids, mounts and torque-converter parts. Most of the listed parts are Transmission Fluid Additive (8 parts), Transmission Fluid (7 parts) and Fluid Pan (4 parts). The other 5 part types cover the remaining 8 parts.

Filter

Economy

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
DORMAN 265853F
🇲🇽 MX
OE FIX
Fitment notes — DORMAN 265853F
OE FIX
Replaceable Transmission Pan Filter 265-853F only works with Dorman Transmission Pan 265-853
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ATP B205
🇲🇽 MX
Premium Replacement
Fitment notes — ATP B205
Premium Replacement
Used for MD-300B or MD-400 Series Allison Transmission2" Sump
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This table covers the replacement filters for this application — the table heading and notes say which circuit. Typical signs include restricted flow — long cranking, weak airflow, or dirty fluid after a short interval. Seat the new filter so it cannot bypass, and use the grade the notes call for.

Fluid Pan

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
DORMAN 265853
🇲🇽 MX
OE FIX
Fitment notes — DORMAN 265853
OE FIX
Replaceable Transmission Pan Filter 265-853F only works with Dorman Transmission Pan 265-853
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ELRING 224210
🇲🇽 MX
with Seal
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SKP SK265853
🇲🇽 MX
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SPECTRA PREMIUM TP0853
🇲🇽 MX
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This table covers the pans that hold automatic-transmission fluid.

Fluid Pan Gasket

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ELRING 186400
🇲🇽 MX
with Trans.: 8-Speed Automatic Transmission
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This table covers the gaskets that seal the Fluid Pan. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.

Input Shaft Seal

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ELRING 096490
🇲🇽 MX
Height [MM]: 7Inner Diameter [MM]: 53
Fitment notes — ELRING 096490
Height [MM]: 7Inner Diameter [MM]: 53Radial Shaft Seal Design: ASW
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This table covers the seals at the Input Shaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.

O-Rings & Seals

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ELRING 821470
🇲🇽 MX
without Oil Sump Gasket,without Bolts/Screws,without Filter
Fitment notes — ELRING 821470
without Oil Sump Gasket,without Bolts/Screws,without Filter
with Transmission: ZF8HP45,ZF8HP45X,ZF8HP45HIS,NLF,NLG,NPY,NPZAll-Wheel Drive
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This table covers the O-rings and seals at this joint.

Transmission Fluid

Multi-Vehicle

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
VALVOLINE Popular VV3246
🇲🇽 MX
Max Life Multi-Vehicle or Maxlife Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic ATF1 Quart
Fitment notes — VALVOLINE VV3246
Max Life Multi-Vehicle or Maxlife Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic ATF1 QuartDEXRON VI, MERCON LV, DEX/MERC
Product Not Applicable For California
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VALVOLINE Popular 773775
🇲🇽 MX
Max Life Multi-Vehicle or Maxlife Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic ATF1 Gallon
Fitment notes — VALVOLINE 773775
Max Life Multi-Vehicle or Maxlife Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic ATF1 Gallon
Product Not Applicable For California
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VALVOLINE 881051
🇲🇽 MX
Maxlife Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic ATF5 Gallon Bay Box
Fitment notes — VALVOLINE 881051
Maxlife Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic ATF5 Gallon Bay Box
Product Not Applicable For California
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Type III (H)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
VAICO V600007
🇲🇽 MX
Description: ATF Longlife, 12x 1 L
Fitment notes — VAICO V600007
Description: ATF Longlife, 12x 1 L
Grade: OEM
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Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
VAICO V600058
🇲🇽 MX
ATF II 5 L
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VAICO V600079
🇲🇽 MX
Description: ATF III 5 L
Fitment notes — VAICO V600079
Description: ATF III 5 L
Grade: OEM
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VAICO V600132
🇲🇽 MX
Description: 5 L
Fitment notes — VAICO V600132
Description: 5 L
Grade: OEM
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This table covers the automatic-transmission fluids specified for this gearbox. Typical signs include harsh or delayed shifts, fluid that smells burnt, or a shudder at light throttle. Use exactly the specification in the notes. Automatic transmissions are unforgiving of the wrong fluid.

Transmission Fluid Additive

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
LUBEGARD Popular 19610
🇲🇽 MX
Instant Shudder Fixx2 oz
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LUBEGARD Popular 60902
🇲🇽 MX
Automatic Transmission Fluid Protectant10 oz
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LUBEGARD 19689
🇲🇽 MX
Instant Shudder Fixx2 oz
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LUBEGARD 19680
🇲🇽 MX
Instant Shudder Fixx2 oz, clam shell
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LUBEGARD 19688
🇲🇽 MX
Instant Shudder Fixx2 oz, Spanish
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LUBEGARD 50902
🇲🇽 MX
Automatic Transmission Fluid Protectant32 oz
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LUBEGARD 50904
🇲🇽 MX
Automatic Transmission Fluid Protectant5 Gallon
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LUBEGARD 50905
🇲🇽 MX
Automatic Transmission Fluid Protectant55 Gallon
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This table covers the conditioners and additives used with this transmission fluid.

Transmission Mount

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ANCHOR 9916
🇲🇽 MX
Fits Right
Fitment notes — ANCHOR 9916
Fits:
Right
or:
Left
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DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A4083
🇲🇽 MX
Fits Right
Fitment notes — DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A4083
Fits:
Right
or:
Left
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WESTAR EM7279
🇲🇽 MX
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This table covers the mounts that hold the transmission to the chassis. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes.

Buying Automatic Transmission Parts for a 2018 BMW 420I

On this vehicle, the automatic transmission covers the automatic gearbox and its supporting cast — filters, coolers, solenoids, mounts and torque-converter parts.

  • Confirm you have the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
  • Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
  • Where labor overlaps, replace the filter and pan gasket with every fluid service, and flush the cooler lines when replacing a failed unit.
  • Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.

Start with the largest groups on this page: Transmission Fluid Additive and Transmission Fluid .

Frequently Asked Questions

How many automatic transmission parts fit the 2018 BMW 420I?

Our catalog currently lists 27 automatic transmission parts for the 2018 BMW 420I across 8 subcategories and 11 brands, covering the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.

What are the signs of automatic transmission problems on a 2018 BMW 420I?

Common symptoms include delayed or harsh engagement, slipping under load, fluid that smells burnt, or shuddering at light throttle around 40 mph. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.

What should I replace at the same time?

Where labor overlaps, replace the filter and pan gasket with every fluid service, and flush the cooler lines when replacing a failed unit.

What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?

They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2018 BMW 420I was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.

How do I make sure a part fits my 2018 BMW 420I?

Every part on this page is matched to the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged engine. Then use exactly the fluid specification in the notes — automatic transmissions are the least forgiving component on the vehicle about fluid choice. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.

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