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Manual emergency release of parking lock from passenger compartment is not possible with GA8HP transmissions for

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Before removing the underbody panel, always check inside the vehicle to be certain the parking lock emergency release is not fitted.

From the vehicle underbody:

Raise vehicle.

Manual emergency release of parking lock

Screw new micro-encapsulated screw (1) into thread.

IMPORTANT: Screwing in and adjusting of screw to 1.5 to 2.5 mm above thread lip (A) must occur within 3 minutes.
The screw may no longer be turned after 3 minutes (hardening of adhesive), otherwise it must be replaced.
Fig 2: Identifying Thread Lip
G08470154Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

From passenger compartment: 

From underneath vehicle with Bowden cable: 

If permanent release is desired, fix lever in position (e.g. with cable strap).

Locking: