24 30 100 Replacing oil accumulator (GA8HP45Z)
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IMPORTANT:
- Do not let skin come in contact with transmission oil and do not inhale fuel vapors.
- Wear protective gloves.
- Ensure adequate ventilation.
IMPORTANT:
Applies to vehicles from 08/2011
Remove transmission oil sump only after it has cooled down.
After completion of repair work, check TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL .
Use only the approved transmission oil. See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION -- OPERATING FLUIDS .
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!
Remove transmission oil sump only after it has cooled down.
After completion of repair work, check TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL .
Use only the approved transmission oil. See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION -- OPERATING FLUIDS .
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!
Installation note:
The transmission oil sump must be renewed every time it is removed.
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Remove transmission oil sump.
- Remove retaining plates.
Recycling
Catch and dispose of escaping transmission oil.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
Release screws (1) (M6x20).
Release screw (2) (M6x59).
Tightening torque 24 30 5AZ .
Carefully unlock cable connector (3) with screwdriver.
Carefully pull out oil accumulator.
IMPORTANT:
Mounting bolts of oil accumulator must
be replaced after removal.