24 00 043 Installing replacement transmission (GA6HP26Z)

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Drain automatic transmission fluid at oil drain plug.

Tightening torque 24 11 2AZ .

IMPORTANT: After completing the tasks, program TCU control unit.

Recycling:

Catch and dispose of escaping transmission fluid.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

IMPORTANT:

Before installing replacement transmission, always flush TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER TOGETHER WITH LINES .
After completion of work, CHECK TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL .
Use only the approved transmission fluid: Shell M-1375.4 ; BMW part number 83 22 0 142 516 ; 20 liters

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

Replacement transmission is supplied filled with transmission fluid

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Modify gearshift lever (1).

Tightening torque 24 51 1AZ .

Modify clip (2) for cable.

Fig 1: Identifying Gearshift Lever And Cable Clip

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Modify TRANSFER CASE .

Modify transportation retainers.

Convert all cable holders.

Convert all seal plugs.

Modify protective cap on output shaft.

IMPORTANT: After removing transportation lock, secure torque converter against slipping out.

Transmission identification:

refer to BMW Parts Department.
On type plate

Fig 2: View Of Transmission
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