27 10 010 Removing And Installing Transfer Box ATC 700 (automatic transmission)

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IMPORTANT: After replacement, the "Repair" service function must be carried out with in the BMW diagnosis system.

IMPORTANT: After completing work, check gear oil level and top up if necessary.
Filler plug (1):
Tightening torque: 27 00 11AZ .
Oil level up to filler edge of filler plug (1).
Use only the approved transmission fluid .

Fig 1: Filler Edge Of Filler Plug

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Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the transfer box!

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Remove exhaust system bracket from transmission and transfer box.
Remove PROPELLER SHAFT .
Remove front propeller shaft . See 26 20 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT AS OF 04/2010 or 26 20 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT (S63) .
Support transmission.
Remove TRANSMISSION CROSS-MEMBER .

Disconnect plugs (1) and (2) from servomotor.

Fig 2: Servomotor Plugs

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Release screw connection of transfer case.

Tightening torque: 27 00 9AZ .

Remove transfer case.

Installation note:

Pay attention to dowel pin (1).

Grease dowel pin (1).

Apply a thin coat of grease to splines.

Grease: WEICON ANTI-SEIZE.

Fig 3: Dowel Pin

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