24 11 013 Removing and installing/sealing or replacing transmission sump (GA6L45R)

• Do not let skin come in contact with transmission oil and do not inhale fuel vapors.
• Wear protective gloves.
• Ensure adequate ventilation.

Recycling: 

Catch and dispose of escaping transmission fluid.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Remove rear underbody protection.

Remove exhaust system bracket from transmission.

Remove oil drain plug (1).

For tightening torque refer to 24 11 6AZ in 24 11 TRANSMISSION HOUSING, TRANSMISSION OIL SUMP (5AZ-7AZ) .

Drain automatic transmission fluid.

Installation: 

Replace oil drain plug.

Fig 1: Oil Drain Plug

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Unscrew all bolts.

Remove transmission sump (1).

Installation note: 

Screw in bolts (1 to 17) in specified order until bolt heads make contact.

For tightening torque refer to 24 11 5AZ in 24 11 TRANSMISSION HOUSING, TRANSMISSION OIL SUMP (5AZ-7AZ) .

Fig 2: Transmission Oil Sump Bolts Tightening/Loosening Sequence

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Clean sump magnet (1) and check for metal filings/borings.

Remove gasket (2) from transmission sump.

Clean sealing faces and groove with a cloth.

Insert new gasket in transmission sump groove.

Fig 3: Sump Magnet And Gasket

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Installation note: 

The gasket is correctly installed when it is engaged in the locating openings of the transmission sump.

Fig 4: Transmission Sump Openings

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