24 00 043 Installing exchange transmission (GA6HP26Z)
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IMPORTANT:
- Do not let skin come in contact with transmission oil and do not inhale fuel vapours.
- Wear protective gloves.
- Ensure adequate ventilation.
Drain automatic transmission fluid at oil drain plug.
Tightening torque 24 11 6AZ .
IMPORTANT:
After completion of repair work, program transmission control unit.
Recycling
Catch and dispose of escaping transmission oil.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
IMPORTANT:
- Before installing exchange transmission, always flush TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER TOGETHER WITH LINES .
- After completion of work, CHECK TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL .
- Use only the approved transmission oil. See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION -- OPERATING FLUIDS .
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission
Replacement transmission is supplied filled with transmission fluid
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Remove AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION .
Modify gearshift lever (1).
Tightening torque 24 51 1AZ .
Modify clip (2) for cable.
Modify TRANSFER CASE .
Modify transportation retainers.
Convert all cable clips.
Convert all seal plugs.
Modify protective cap on output shaft.
IMPORTANT:
After removing transportation retainer, secure torque converter against slipping out.
Transmission identification:
- refer to BMW Parts Department.
- On type plate