What brand is the BMW 3 Series transmission?
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BMW 3 Series uses transmissions provided by ZF. ZF is a globally active technology group that offers mobility system solutions for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and industrial technology. It is also a major supplier of special transmissions for ships, forklifts, railway locomotives, and helicopters. The BMW 3 Series transmission employs an 8-speed automatic manual transmission. The automatic manual transmission has eight forward gears. Essentially, an automatic manual transmission is a traditional AT or CVT transmission with added manual shifting functionality. The purpose of an automatic manual transmission is to enhance the driving pleasure of automatic vehicles. For the BMW 3 Series transmission, the following points should be noted during daily use: Do not delay changing the transmission fluid for extended periods. Prolonged failure to change the transmission fluid can damage internal components such as bearings and the housing. Avoid coasting in neutral for long durations. While driving manual transmission models, many experienced drivers may coast in neutral, but for automatic transmission models, this can cause the transmission to overheat and may result in a jolt when shifting back into Drive (D). Never shift into Drive (D) or Reverse (R) before the vehicle has come to a complete stop. Many drivers, aiming for a smooth operation, shift into reverse while the vehicle is still moving, which can severely damage the transmission gears and lead to gear grinding over time. Avoid frequently climbing steep slopes in Drive (D). On steep inclines, automatic transmission vehicles may overheat due to high load or shift prematurely, leading to insufficient power. In such cases, use manual mode to maintain lower gears or switch to sport mode to protect the transmission. Do not tow the vehicle over long distances. If an automatic transmission vehicle breaks down, use a flatbed tow truck to move the vehicle onto the platform while it is in Neutral (N). Avoid using tow ropes or dragging the vehicle directly.