00 11 237 Checking/topping up fluid level in automatic transmission (GA6HP19Z)

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IMPORTANT: Use only the approved Transmission Fluid .

Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!

Installation:

Tighten down filler plug using

Hexagon wrench 8 A/F
torque wrench
Socket 8 A/F

Fig 1: Identifying Hexagon Wrench, Torque Wrench And Socket
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Topping up transmission fluid after a repair:

Stand vehicle on a level surface and secure against rolling off.

Undo filler plug (1).

Installation:

Replace sealing ring.

Top up transmission fluid until it emerges from filling orifice.

Start engine.

Replenish transmission fluid until it emerges from filling orifice.

Screw in filler plug (1).

For tightening torque refer to 24 11 7AZ in 24 11 TRANSMISSION HOUSING, TRANSMISSION OIL SUMP .

Press brake pedal to floor and shift through gears 1 to 6 several times at idle speed. Then shift to "P" position (Park).

Then check fluid level.

Fig 2: Identifying Filler Plug

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Checking fluid level:

Connect BMW Diagnosis and Information System (DIS) or BMW MoDiC to vehicle.
Call up Service functions (drive).
Carry out fluid level check in accordance with instructions.