Oil Pump: Notes
The transmission oil pump is used to circulate oil and provide pressure for hydraulic operation.
The pump is driven by the torque converter shell and rotates with engine. Fluid is drawn from the sump through the filter and distributed to the various transmission hydraulic systems.
The output pressure is regulated to an operating pressure of approximately 25 bar.
Currently there are two types of oil pumps used in BMW transmissions; Crescent type and Vane type.