24 11 007 Replacing sealing plug (GA6L45R)

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Special tools required:

24 4 340 (Lever)

IMPORTANT: After completion of work, check transmission fluid level, see 00 11 237 CHECKING/TOPPING UP FLUID LEVEL IN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (GA6L45R) . Use only approved transmission oil, see 00 11 237 CHECKING/TOPPING UP FLUID LEVEL IN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (GA6L45R) . Failure to comply with this instruction will result in serious damage to the transmission.

Necessary preliminary tasks: Remove rear underbody protection.

Remove holder (2).

Fig 1: Remove Holder (2)

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Unlock sealing plug with special tool 24 4 340 in direction of arrow and remove.

Fig 2: Unlock Sealing Plug With Special Tool 24 4 340

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