24 00 030 Removing and installing automatic transmission (6HP19Z) (AWD)

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

Use only the approved TRANSMISSION FLUID .

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

IMPORTANT:

Aluminium screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are released .

Aluminium screws/bolts are permitted with and without color coding (blue).

For reliable identification:

Aluminium screws/bolts are not magnetic .

Jointing torque and angle of rotation must be observed without fail (risk of damage).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
Remove underbody protection with bracket at FRONT and REAR .
Remove complete EXHAUST SYSTEM
Remove REINFORCEMENT PLATE
Remove heat shields
Remove FAN COWL
Detach water pipe from front axle support
Release the hose connector from the charge air cooler on the left and right
Remove front PROPELLER SHAFT
REMOVE propeller shaft from transmission.
Release center mount.

IMPORTANT:

Bending the propeller shaft by an excessive angle can cause premature damage to the joint/propeller shaft!

Tie up propeller shaft to underbody.

Support engine with lifter when removing transmission.

Release screws

Tightening torque: see 2AZ in 24 11 TRANSMISSION HOUSING, TRANSMISSION OIL SUMP .

Fig 1: Identifying Screws

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Release screws.

Remove heat shield (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Heat Shield

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Release screw (1).

Remove holder (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Holder And Screw

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Move selector lever to parking position "P".

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque: see 2AZ in 25 16 SHIFT CONSOLE - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION .

Remove clamping bracket (2).

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

Installation note:

Adjust GEARSHIFT LEVER .

Fig 4: Identifying Shift Cable Head, Screw And Clamp

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Release aluminium screw (1) on right next to cable retaining plate with special tool 00 9 010 .

Aluminium screws must be replaced.

Tightening torque: see 2AZ in 24 00 TRANSMISSION IN GENERAL .

Fig 5: Identifying Aluminium Bolt To Cable Retaining Plate

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Insert special tool 24 1 370 into recess of transmission housing and secure with screw (1).

NOTE:

Check installation position.

Lug (2) must point in opposite direction to direction of travel!

Fig 6: Using Torque Converter Brace To Hold Torque Converter In Place

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Supporting transmission:

Support transmission with special tools 23 4 050 and 00 2 030 .

Secure transmission to mounting with tensioning strap (1).

Repair work is described in TRANSMISSION BRACKET .

After completion of work, check transmission fluid level.

Fig 7: Supporting Transmission

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Release screws.

Remove transmission cross member.

Tightening torque: see 1AZ in 24 71 TRANSMISSION MOUNTS .

Fig 8: Locating Transmission Cross-Member Bolts

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Disconnect plugs (1) and (2) from servomotor.

Fig 9: Identifying Plugs And Servomotor

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Unlock and disconnect connector (1) by turning.
Do not touch pins.
Release cable from brackets.
Insert special tool 24 2 390 in sealing cup.

Repair work is described in: NOTES ON MECHATRONICS

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with important note.

Fig 10: Turning Plug

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Release screw (1). Disconnect hydraulic lines (2) to transmission oil cooler.

Installation note:

Replace sealing rings.

Fig 11: Identifying Hydraulic Lines Of Transmission Fluid Cooler With Screws

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Release nut (1) and bracket from transmission oil lines on oil sump.

Fig 12: Identifying Bracket From Transmission Oil Lines On Oil Sump And Nut

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Crank engine at vibration damper in direction of rotation until screw (1) is visible in recess.

Release all bolts of torque converter with special tool 24 1 110 .

Crank engine further and release remaining 5 bolts.

Tightening torque: see 1AZ in 24 40 TORQUE CONVERTER .

Fig 13: Identifying Vibration Damper In Screw

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Graphic similar.

Lower transmission and lock with a suitable block (1) between front axle support and oil sump.

Fig 14: Locking Transmission With Block Between Front Axle Support And Oil Sump

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Release screws.

Installation note:

Tightening torque: see 1AZ in 24 00 TRANSMISSION IN GENERAL .

Aluminium screws must be replaced.

Tightening torque and angle of rotation, aluminium screws/bolts (7, 8, 9, 10, 11): see 2AZ in 24 00 TRANSMISSION IN GENERAL .

Fig 15: Transmission Housing Bolts Tightening/Loosening Sequence

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Installation note:

Tighten down screws/bolts to specified torque.

Attach special tool 00 9 120 for angle of rotation with magnet 00 9 130 .

Secure to vehicle underbody and screw down aluminium screws/bolts in accordance with angle of rotation.

Angle of rotation: see 2AZ in 24 00 TRANSMISSION IN GENERAL .

Fig 16: Identifying Special Tool (00 9 120) And (00 9 130)

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Installation note:

Bore hole (1) of drive plate must be accessible from recess on engine oil sump.

Check fitting sleeves (2...3) for correct seating.

Replace damaged fitting sleeves.

Fig 17: Identifying Bore Holes

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Installation note:

Rotate torque converter until bore hole in torque converter is flush with bore hole in drive plate.

Flange automatic transmission to engine.