00 11 500 Checking/topping up fluid level in automatic transmission (GA6HP26Z)
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IMPORTANT:
Use only the approved transmission fluid.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!
- Topping up transmission after a repair:
Move selector lever to "P" position.
Stand vehicle on a level surface and secure against rolling off.
Undo filler plug (2).
Installation:
- Replace sealing ring.
- Tightening torque, see TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
Top up transmission fluid until it emerges from fluid filling orifice (2).
Start engine.
Replenish transmission fluid until it emerges from fluid filling orifice.
Screw in filler plug (2).
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) or BMW MoDiC to vehicle.
- Call up Service functions (drive).
- Carry out fluid level check in accordance with instructions.