24 34 562 Replacing mechatronics (GA6HP19Z)

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Special tools required:

24 2 390

NOTE: After completing work:

Load specific data version with DIS.

IMPORTANT: After completion of work, check Transmission Oil Level .

Use only approved Transmission Fluid .

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

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with Notes On Protection Against Electrostatic Damage (ESD Protection) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove heat shield on right.
Support automatic transmission with hydraulic lifter.
Remove Transmission Cross-Member .

NOTE: Version 1:

Grip clamping sleeve (1) and slacken nut (2).

Detach retainer (3) towards bottom using a screwdriver.

Pull cable (4) out of holder.

Installation:

Adjust Selector Lever.

Fig 1: Identifying Transmission Cable, Clamping Sleeve, Slacken Nut And Retainer

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NOTE: Version 2:

Release screw (1).

Remove clamp (2).

Release shift cable head (3) using a screwdriver from ball head of shift cable lever.

Installation:

Adjust Selector Lever.

Fig 2: Identifying Shift Cable Head, Screw And Clamp

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NOTE: Version 3:

Unfasten nut.

Remove cable (1).

Installation:

Adjusting cable:

Release nut
Adjust cable by means of holder (2) until spacing A = 1 mm is obtained
Tighten down nut

Fig 3: Identifying Transmission Cable And Holder
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Secure lever (1) with a cable tie (2) or wire in vertical position.

NOTE: E65 only.

Fig 4: Identifying Selector Lever And Cable Tie

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IMPORTANT: Mechatronics can be destroyed by static discharges.

Therefore the contacts inside the plug must not be touched. Insert special tool immediately after work step.

Unscrew plug (1) and disconnect.

Fig 5: Disconnecting Plug With Turning

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Insert special tool 24 2 390 in sealing sleeve (1).

Fig 6: Identifying Special Tool (24 2 390) And Sealing Sleeve

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Remove Transmission Oil Sump .

Unlock sealing sleeve with slide (1).

Fig 7: Using Slide To Unlock Transmission Sealing Sleeve

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Note position of sealing sleeve.

Pull out sealing sleeve (1).

Installation:

Screw in sealing sleeve partially (lug in upper area). Turn until lug engages in groove of transmission. Slide in sealing sleeve.

Lug on sealing sleeve must not be damaged!

Fig 8: Identifying Transmission Sealing Sleeve

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NOTE: GA6HP19Z

Release all screws (1 and 2).

1 = M6 x 58 mm
2 = M6 x 20 mm

Remove mechatronics.

Fig 9: Identifying Mechatronics And Screws

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NOTE: GA6HP19Z TU

Release all screws (1 and 2).

1 = M6 x 58 mm
2 = M6 x 20 mm

Remove mechatronics.

Fig 10: Identifying Mechatronics And Screws

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IMPORTANT: Only installed in E65!

Mechatronics without protective bar for solenoid valve must not be reused after removal.

Fig 11: Identifying Mechatronics Without Protective Bar For Solenoid Valve

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IMPORTANT: Only installed in E65!

Fit/reuse only mechatronics with protective bar (1) for solenoid valve.

Fig 12: Identifying Mechatronics With Protective Bar For Solenoid Valve

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Installation:

Check gaskets (1 and 2) for damage, replace gaskets if necessary.

Coat new seals with automatic transmission fluid and install.

Fig 13: Identifying Automatic Transmission Gasket Seals

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Installation:

Insert screws (3) alternately until contact is made with each screw head.

Insert all further screws contact is made with each screw head.

Fig 14: Identifying Transmission Screws

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IMPORTANT:

Tighten down screws in order 1...10.

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

For tightening torque refer to 24 30 1AZ in 24 30 HYDRAULIC / ELECTRIC CONTROL PARTS AND CONTROLLING ELEMENTS .

Fig 15: Automatic Transmission Valve Body (Mechatronics) Screws Tightening/Loosening Sequence

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