27 10 020 Installing exchange transfer box (ATC 35L)
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Special tools required:
IMPORTANT:
Before and after replacement, execute the "Repair" service function with the BMW diagnosis system.
Recycling
Catch and dispose of escaping transmission oil.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Drain GEAR OIL at oil drain plug.
Tightening torque 27 10 2AZ
- Remove TRANSFER BOX .
Remount the following parts:
- Covers and protective caps
- Drive shaft transportation retainer
- Tank ventilation line of transfer box
- Holder for exhaust system on transmission cross-member
Bolt special tool 22 1 044 to transfer box.
Insert special tool 22 1 046 with bolt into recesses of rubber mount.
Mount new rubber mount with special tool 33 4 460.
Installation note:
Pay attention to installation position of rubber mount.
IMPORTANT:
After completing repair work, check transmission oil level and top up if necessary.
Undo oil filler plug (1).
Tightening torque 27 10 2AZ .
Check oil level.
Pour in transmission oil up to lower edge of opening for oil filler plug (1).
Use only the approved transmission oil. Refer to 1.0 TRANSFER CASE OPERATING FLUIDS .
Undo oil filler plug (1).
Tightening torque 27 10 2AZ .
Check oil level.
Pour in transmission oil up to lower edge of opening for oil filler plug (1).
Use only the approved transmission oil. Refer to 1.0 TRANSFER CASE OPERATING FLUIDS .
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the transfer box!
After replacement
Repair service function CARRY OUT PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .