25 11 111 Replacing shift rod joint

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Release propeller shaft at transmission and center mount.

  Tie propeller shaft to one side.

  Tasks are described in Removing Propeller Shaft.

• Remove transfer case (AWD)

Lift off retainer (1).

Disconnect shift rod (2).

Installation: 

Grease shift rod.

Grease, refer to BMW Service Operating Fluids. .

Make sure shims (3) are in correct position.

Fig 1: Retainer, Shift Rod, Shims And Removal Directions

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Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Web

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Lever spring washer (1) out of groove and push a little towards rear.

Press dowel pin (2) upwards/downwards out of shift rod joint and remove shift rod joint.

Installation: 

Grease ball of selector shaft.

Grease, refer to BMW Service Operating Fluids. .

Replace spring washer (1).

Fig 3: Spring Washer, Dowel Pin And Removal Direction

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Installation: 

Check rubber ring (1) in shift rod joint (2) and replace if necessary.

Fig 4: Rubber Ring And Shift Rod Joint

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