Removing transmission cross-member

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2025 BMW M4, 2024 BMW M4, 2023 BMW M4, 2022 BMW M4, and 2021 BMW M4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Release the screw (1) of the cover (2).

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release the locks (1).
Suspend the cover (2) on one side.

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Version A

Loosen screw (1).

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Loosen screw (1).

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Version B:

Loosen screw (1).

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release nut (1).

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Support the transmission using special tools 0 495 498 (23 4 050) and 2 219 012 .
Secure the transmission with the luggage strap (1).

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Loosen screws (1).
Loosen screw (2).
Remove the transmission cross member (3) and lower the transmission a little.

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.