24 00 111 Removing and installing transmission (AISIN F22AW), front

Special tools required :

00 2 030
23 41 50
11 6 480

Caution !

To prevent heavy damage to the engine block, the protruding thread of the transmission bolts absolutely must be checked for damage and corrosion before removal .

If there are signs of corrosion, the rust must be removed and the threads must be cleaned before removal .

Replace rusted, damaged screws.

Failure to comply with this instruction will result in serious damage to the engine block and transmission.

Safety information :

Before removing the transmission, it is essential to check the tight fit of the engine mount and ensure that the rubber coating of the engine mount is in perfect condition. If the rubber coating is porous and has cracks, remove the TRANSMISSION WITH ENGINE .

NOTE: After completion of work, check TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL .

CAUTION: Use only the approved automatic transmission oil in this automatic transmission. Refer to: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - OPERATING FLUIDS
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!

CAUTION: An incorrectly adjusted gearshift mechanism can result in tooth meshing noise being transmitted to the passenger compartment.
Adjust the SELECTOR LEVER .

Necessary preliminary work :

Remove the BATTERY .
Secure engine in INSTALLATION POSITION .
Release the WHEEL ARCH COVER on left and right.
Remove the FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
No wheel alignment is required for removal and installation of front axle support .
Remove the STARTER MOTOR .
Remove the LEFT OUTPUT SHAFT only at transmission end and hang up.
Remove the RIGHT OUTPUT SHAFT only at transmission end and hang up.

Removal :

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Release screws (1).

Release partition wall (2) from bracket and remove.

Release control unit (3) from bracket.

Detach wiring harness (4) from battery tray (5).

Remove battery tray (5).

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Release ball socket (1) from ball stud.

Release the cable (2) from the support angle.

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Unlock connector (1).

Release clamp (2) with wiring harness from transmission and place to one side.

Graphic shows transmission oil cooler on vehicles with B47O or B48O engine.

CAUTION: Follow notes for carrying out repair work on the COOLING SYSTEM .

Release locks (1).

Disconnect coolant hoses from transmission oil cooler.

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Catch the emerging coolant.

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Graphic shows transmission oil cooler on vehicles with B47M or B48U engine.

CAUTION: Follow notes for carrying out repair work on the COOLING SYSTEM .

Unfasten hose clamps.

Disconnect the coolant hoses (1) from the transmission oil cooler.

Catch the emerging coolant.

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Release screw (1).

Release ground strap (2) from transmission and place to one side.

Release screws (1).

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Crank engine with special tool 11 6 480 at vibration damper in direction of rotation.

Release nut (1) on torque converter.

Crank engine further and release remaining 5 nuts.

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For B46/B48 engine:

Release screws (1).

Remove heat shield (2).

Supporting transmission:

Support transmission with special tool 23 4 150 and 00 2 030 .

Secure transmission with tensioning strap (3).

Tasks are described in gearbox holder. Refer to: UNIVERSAL BMW TRANSMISSION TAKE-UP

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Release bolts and remove transmission.

CAUTION: Transmission mounting bolts differ in length
Note installation position.
Installing the wrong bolts may cause serious; damage.

Installation :

Bore hole (1) of driving plate must be accessible from recess on engine oil sump. Check fitting sleeves (2...3) are correctly seated.

Replace damaged fitting sleeves.

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Twist the torque converter until the bore hole of the torque converter is aligned with the bore hole of the flywheel.

Flange-mount automatic transmission to engine and screw on.

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Tightening torque, refer to: 24 00 1AZ .

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Crank engine with special tool 11 6 480 at vibration damper in direction of rotation.

Parts: Replace nuts (1).

Screw 6 nuts (1) on torque converter.

Tightening torque, refer to: 24 40 1AZ .

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For B46/B48 engine:

Install heat shield (2).

Insert screws (1) and tighten.

Screw transmission on transmission mount with screws (1).

Tightening torque, refer to: 22 32 1AZ .

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Screw ground strap (2) on transmission with screw (1).

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Graphic shows transmission oil cooler on vehicles with B47O or B46/B48O engine.

Slide coolant hoses onto transmission oil cooler and engage locks (1).

Graphic shows transmission oil cooler on vehicles with B47M or B48U engine.

Slide the coolant hoses (1) onto the transmission oil cooler.

Secure hose clamps.

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Secure clamp (2) on transmission with wiring harness.

Lock connector (1).

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Press in cable (2) into the support angle.

Ensure cable audibly engages.

Press on ball socket (1) onto ball stud.

Install battery tray (5).

Tighten screws (1).

Install wiring harness (4) on battery tray (5).

Insert control unit (3) in bracket.

Insert partition wall (2) in bracket.

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Required follow-up work :

Install the FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
No wheel alignment is required for removal and installation of front axle support .
Install the LEFT OUTPUT SHAFT .
Install the RIGHT OUTPUT SHAFT .
Install the STARTER .
Install the WHEEL ARCH COVER on left and right.
Install the BATTERY .
Top up the COOLANT .