24 34 562 Replacing Mechatronics (GA6HP19Z)

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Special tools required:

24 2 390

NOTE: After completing work:

Load specific data version with DIS.

IMPORTANT: After completion of work, check transmission oil level .
Use only approved TRANSMISSION OIL .
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove heat shields.
Support automatic transmission with hydraulic lifting equipment.
Remove TRANSMISSION CROSS-MEMBER ..

Version 1:

Grip clamping sleeve (1) and slacken nut (2).

Detach retainer (3) downwards using a screwdriver.

Pull cable (4) out of holder.

Installation note:

Adjust selector lever .

Fig 1: Identifying Sleeve, Nut, Retainer And Cable

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Version 2:

Release screw (1).

Remove clamp (2).

Release shift cable head (3) using a screwdriver from ball head of shift cable lever.

Installation note:

Adjust selector lever .

Fig 2: Identifying Screw, Clamp And Shift Cable Head

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Version 3:

Unfasten nut.

Remove cable (1).

Installation note:

Adjusting cable:

Release nut
Adjust cable by means of holder (2) until spacing A = 1 mm is obtained
Tighten down nut

Fig 3: Identifying Cable And Holder

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Version 4:

Move selector lever to "Park".

Release shift cable head (1) using a screwdriver from ball head of shift lever.

Detach retainer (2) downwards using a screwdriver.

Slide cable (3) towards rear and disengaged in downward direction.

Installation note:

Adjusting shift lever

Fig 4: Identifying Cable Head, Retainer And Cable

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Secure lever (1) with a cable tie (2) or wire in vertical position.

NOTE: E65 only.

Fig 5: Securing Lever Using Cable Tie

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Only M57T2

Release bolts (1).

Fig 6: Identifying Bolts

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Only M57T2

Release bolts (1).

Bracket remove.

Fig 7: Identifying Bolts

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

Unscrew plug (1) and disconnect.

Fig 8: Disconnecting Plug

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

Fig 9: Inserting Special Tool 24 2 390 In Sealing Sleeve

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Remove transmission OIL SUMP .

Unlock sealing sleeve with slide (1).

Fig 10: Unlocking Sealing Sleeve

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Note position of sealing sleeve.

Pull out sealing sleeve (1).

Installation note:

Screw in sealing sleeve partially (lug in upper area). Turn until lug engages in groove of transmission. Slide in sealing sleeve.

Lug on sealing sleeve must not be damaged!

Fig 11: Pulling Out Sealing Sleeve

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NOTE: GA6HP19Z

Release all screws (1 and 2).

1 = M6 x 58 mm
2 = M6 x 20 mm

Remove MECHATRONICS .

Fig 12: Identifying Mechatronics Screws

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NOTE: GA6HP19Z TU

Release all screws (1 and 2).

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

Remove MECHATRONICS .

Fig 13: Identifying Mechatronics Screws

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IMPORTANT: Only installed in E65!
Mechatronics without protective bar for solenoid valve must not be reused after removal.

Fig 14: Identifying Mechatronics Without Protective Bar For Solenoid Valve

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IMPORTANT: Only installed in E65!
Fit/reuse only mechatronics with protective bar (1) for solenoid valve.

Fig 15: Identifying Mechatronics With Protective Bar For Solenoid Valve

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Installation note:

Check gaskets (1 and 2) for damage, replace gaskets if necessary.

Coat new seals with automatic transmission fluid and install.

Fig 16: Identifying Gaskets

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Installation note:

Insert screws (3) alternately until contact is made with each screw head.

Insert all further screws contact is made with each screw head.

Fig 17: Identifying Screw Head Screws

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NOTE: GA6HP19Z

IMPORTANT: Tighten down screws in order 1...10.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!
Tightening torque 24 30 1AZ .

Fig 18: Automatic Transmission Valve Body (Mechatronics) Screws Tightening/Loosening Sequence

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NOTE: GA6HP19Z TU

IMPORTANT: Tighten down screws in order 1...13.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!
Tightening torque 24 30 1AZ .

Fig 19: Automatic Transmission Valve Body (Mechatronics) Screws Tightening/Loosening Sequence

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