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00 11 500 Checking/topping up oil level in automatic transmission (GA6HP26Z) (N63)

IMPORTANT:

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

IMPORTANT:

Use only the approved TRANSMISSION OIL .

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. 

Conditions for oil level adjustment with BMW diagnosis system: 

Performing oil-level adjustment: 

An oil-level adjustment is necessary in certain fault code entries in the automatic transmission and after repair (e. g. Mechatronic replacement, converter replacement, transmission replacement).

Adding transmission oil: 

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

Undo oil filler plug (1).

Add automatic transmission oil according to instructions in the BMW diagnosis system.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Filler Plug
G08470097Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note: 

Replace sealing ring/oil filler plug

Tightening torque: 24 11 3AZ

Tighten down oil filler plug using

  1. Hexagon socket wrench AF 8
  2. Torque wrench
    Fig 2: Tightening Oil Filler Plug Using Tool
    G08470098Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  3. Socket AF 8