24 34 565 Replacing mechatronics (GA8HP70Z) (X6 50i 2011-13)

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IMPORTANT:

Do not let skin come in contact with transmission oil and do not inhale transmission oil vapors.
Wear protective gloves.
Ensure adequate ventilation

NOTE: After completing work:

Load specific data status with the BMW diagnosis system

IMPORTANT:

In vehicles with Automatic Start/Stop , an oil reservoir is installed in the mechatronics.

After completion of the repair work, TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL

Use only the approved transmission oil:

ATF oil Shell L12108* .............. BMW part number 83 22 2 152 426

* Can be substituted by the lifetime oil "ATF -3".............. BMW part number 83 22 2 305 397

Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove rear UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Remove exhaust bracket.

Remove panels (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Earth Strap And Panels

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IMPORTANT: Mechatronics can be destroyed by static discharges. Therefore the contacts inside the connector must not be touched. Insert special tool immediately after operation.

Unscrew connector (1) and disconnect.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Connector

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Insert special tool 24 2 390 (cap) in sealing cup (1).

Fig 3: Inserting Special Tool (24 2 390) In Sealing Sleeve

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Remove TRANSMISSION OIL SUMP .

Remove oil reservoir.

Release screw (1) and unlock sealing cup with slide (2).

Tightening torque: 8 Nm

Fig 4: Removing Sealing Cup

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Note position of sealing cup.

Pull out sealing cup (1).

Installation note:

Fit sealing cup in position (lug on inside). Turn until lug engages in groove of transmission. Slide in sealing cup.

Lug on sealing cup must not be damaged!

Fig 5: Pulling Out Sealing Cup

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IMPORTANT: Only for vehicles without oil reservoir.

Release all screws (1 and 2).

1 = M6 x 59 mm
2 = M6 x 20 mm

Carefully remove mechatronics.

Installation note:

Replace all screws (1 and 2).

Replace O-rings for oil ducts on the mechatronics unit and wet with automatic transmission fluid.

Fig 6: Identifying Mechatronics Unit Mounting Screws (For Vehicles Without Oil Reservoir)

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IMPORTANT: Only for vehicles with oil reservoir.

Release all screws (1 and 2).

1 = M6 x 59 mm
2 = M6 x 20 mm

Carefully remove mechatronics.

Installation note:

Replace all screws (1 and 2).

Replace O-rings for oil ducts on the mechatronics unit and wet with automatic transmission fluid.

Fig 7: Identifying Sealing Sleeve

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Installation note:

Replace gasket (1).

Coat new seal with automatic transmission fluid and install.

Fig 8: Identifying Gasket

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Screw in retaining pins 24 1 430 at screw position 4 and 9.

Fig 9: Installing Retaining Pins (24 1 430) At Screw Position

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Fit mechatronics unit.

Fit shift claw (2) in gearshift shaft (3) by pressing release lever (1).

Fig 10: Pressing Release Lever

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Screw down wing nuts as far as they will go on to the mechatronics unit.

Fig 11: Installing Mechatronics Unit Wing Nuts

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Observe different screw lengths.

Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!

Installation note:

Insert screws 8 and 14 until screw heads make contact.

Remove guide pins and fit remaining screws.

Tighten screws in sequence 1....18.

Tightening torque: 8 Nm

IMPORTANT:

In vehicles with an oil reservoir, the screw 17 (M6 x 59 mm) must be secured with the oil reservoir.

Tighten in the order of 1...16 and 18.

Tightening torque: 8 Nm

Fig 12: Automatic Transmission Valve Body (Mechatronics) Screws Tightening/Loosening Sequence

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