P0218
Transmission Over Temperature Condition
2001-2003 BMW 525iT E39 2.5L I6 🇨🇦
Critical SeverityPowertrain
Description
The transmission fluid temperature has exceeded safe limits.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Limp mode
- Harsh shifting
- Transmission slipping
- Burning smell
Common Causes
- Low transmission fluid
- Worn transmission
- Towing beyond capacity
- Torque converter failure
- Transmission cooler blocked
Diagnostic Steps
- Check transmission fluid level and condition
- Inspect cooler lines
- Check torque converter
- Test cooler flow
Repair Notes
STOP DRIVING. Allow to cool. Check fluid level. Overheated transmission can suffer permanent damage.
Related Codes
Other Powertrain Codes
- P0001Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
- P0002Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
- P0003Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
- P0004Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
- P0010Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0011Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0012Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
- P0013Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0014Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0015Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P0218 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code P0218 mean on a 2001-2003 BMW 525iT E39?
P0218 stands for "Transmission Over Temperature Condition". The transmission fluid temperature has exceeded safe limits.
What are the symptoms of P0218 on a BMW 525iT E39?
Common symptoms of P0218 include: Check Engine Light, Limp mode, Harsh shifting, Transmission slipping, Burning smell.
What causes P0218 on a 2001-2003 BMW 525iT E39?
Common causes of P0218 include: Low transmission fluid, Worn transmission, Towing beyond capacity, Torque converter failure, Transmission cooler blocked.