00 11 500 Checking/topping up oil level in automatic transmission (GA6HP26Z)

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IMPORTANT: Use only the approved gearbox oil. See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION -- OPERATING FLUIDS .
To set the correct level, it is mandatory that the service function "Transmission control unit: oil adjustment" is performed using the diagnosis system.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission.

Installation note:

Tighten down filler plug using

Hexagon wrench 8 A/F
Torque wrench
Socket 8 A/F

Fig 1: Tightening Filler Plug Using Hexagon And Torque Wrench
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Topping up transmission oil after a repair

Stand vehicle on a level surface and secure against rolling off.

Undo oil filler plug (1).

Installation note

Replace sealing ring.

Top up automatic transmission fluid until it emerges from filler opening.

Start engine.

Fig 2: Identifying Oil Filler Plug

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Replenish automatic transmission fluid until it emerges from filler opening.

Screw in oil filler plug (1).

Tightening torque: 24 11 7AZ .

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

Then check oil level.

Checking oil level

Call up Service functions (Drive) in BMW diagnosis system
Carry out oil level check in accordance with instructions