28 00... Checking/topping up oil level in twin-clutch gearbox (GS7D36SG)
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Checking oil level
- Call up Service functions (Drive) in BMW diagnosis system
- Carry out oil level check in accordance with instructions
IMPORTANT:
On the twin-clutch gearbox a run-in check fluid change is not
required at 2000 km.
Use only the approved gear oil for dual clutch transmission GS7D36SG DCTF-1 Pentosin (P/N 83 22 2 147 477). .
Failure to comply with this instruction will result in serious damage to the twin-clutch gearbox.
Use only the approved gear oil for dual clutch transmission GS7D36SG DCTF-1 Pentosin (P/N 83 22 2 147 477). .
Failure to comply with this instruction will result in serious damage to the twin-clutch gearbox.
IMPORTANT:
The testing and filling procedure must
be completed before the transmission oil temperature of 40°C is reached.
If a temperature in excess of 40°C is reached and no oil has emerged, insert the fluid adjusting screw and repeat the testing and filling procedure when it has cooled down.
If a temperature in excess of 40°C is reached and no oil has emerged, insert the fluid adjusting screw and repeat the testing and filling procedure when it has cooled down.
Installation note:
Tighten down filler plug using
- Hexagon wrench 8 A/F
- Torque wrench
- Socket 8 A/F
Topping up transmission oil after a repair
Stand vehicle on a level surface and secure against rolling off.
- Open fluid adjusting screw (1). If oil emerges, close screw again immediately
If no oil emerges, top up until oil emerges and close oil adjusting screw (1) again
NOTE: If oil has been replenished here, a further refill must be carried out during the actual oil adjustment. - Connect diagnosis system and start service functions (drive).
- Start engine (drive position N or P)
- Record transmission temperature using Tester.
- (Drive position P)
- Permissible starting temperature ≤ 32°C
- Idle speed: maintain at approx. 2000 RPM for 1 minute.
- Open the oil adjusting screw (1)
- Fill until oil emerges.
Max. transmission oil temperature 40 degrees Celsius
- Insert screw.
Installation note:
Replace screw.