23 14 569 Remove and install/replace the gear sensor (GS6-45BZ/DZ): Notes

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Special tools required:

23 4 050
00 2 030

IMPORTANT: After installing the gear sensor, it is necessary to teach in the position of the gear sensor again.
Calibration is carried out using the BMW Diagnosis System "Service Function" (Teach-in/write gear sensor).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove COMPLETE EXHAUST SYSTEM .
Remove rear underbody protection.
Remove heat shield at front and rear.

Removal:

Supporting transmission:

Support transmission with special tools 23 4 050, 00 2 030.

Secure transmission to mounting with tensioning strap (1).

Tasks are described in UNIVERSAL BMW TRANSMISSION TAKE-UP .

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Release screws (1).

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Release screws (1).

Lower transmission.

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Disconnect connector (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

Remove gear sensor.

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Installation:

Parts : Replace screws.

Install gear sensor.

Insert screws (2) and tighten.

Connect the connector (1).

Tightening torque 23 14 2AZ.

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Insert screws (1) and tighten.

Tightening torque 22 32 3AZ .

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Insert screws (1) and tighten.

Tightening torque 26 11 5AZ .

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