00 11 237 Checking/Topping Up Fluid Level In Automatic Transmission (GA6HP19Z/6HP19Z) AWD

IMPORTANT: Use only the approved transmission fluid. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION -- OPERATING FLUIDS .
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!

Remove exhaust system bracket (1).

Fig 1: Exhaust System Bracket

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Installation :

Tighten down filler plug using

Hexagon wrench 8 A/F
torque wrench
Socket 8 A/F

Fig 2: Locating Hexagon Wrench
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Topping up transmission fluid after a repair

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

Undo filler plug (1).

Installation

Replace sealing ring.

Top up transmission fluid until it emerges from filling orifice.

Start engine.

Fig 3: Filler Plug

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Replenish transmission fluid until it emerges from filling orifice.

Screw in 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 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.