00 11 237 Checking/topping up fluid level in automatic transmission (GA6L45R)

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IMPORTANT: Use only the approved transmission fluid . See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - OPERATING FLUIDS .
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!

Remove exhaust system bracket (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Exhaust System Bracket

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Topping up transmission fluid after a repair:

Stand vehicle on a level surface and secure against rolling off. Undo filler plug (1).

Installation:

Replace sealing ring.

Top up transmission fluid until it emerges from filling orifice.

Start engine.

Replenish transmission fluid until it emerges from filling orifice.

Screw in filler plug (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Filler Plug

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Tightening torque: 24 11 7AZ, see 24 11 TRANSMISSION HOUSING, TRANSMISSION OIL SUMP .

Press brake pedal to floor and shift through all gears several times at idle speed. Then shift to "P" position (Park).

Then check fluid level.

Checking fluid level:

Connect BMW Diagnosis and Information System (DIS) to vehicle.
Call up Service functions (drive).
Carry out fluid level check in accordance with instructions.