24 11 011 Removing and installing/sealing or replacing transmission sump (GA6L45R)
After completion of work, check transmission fluid level, see 00 11 237 CHECKING/TOPPING UP FLUID LEVEL IN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (GA6L45R) .
Use only the approved transmission fluid. See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - OPERATING FLUIDS . .
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!
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).
Tightening torque: 24 11 6AZ, see 24 11 TRANSMISSION HOUSING, TRANSMISSION OIL SUMP .
Drain automatic transmission fluid.
Installation:
Replace oil drain plug.
Unscrew all bolts.
Remove transmission sump (1).
Installation:
Screw in bolts (1 to 17) in specified order until bolt heads make contact.
Tightening torque: 24 11 5AZ, see 24 11 TRANSMISSION HOUSING, TRANSMISSION OIL SUMP .
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.
Installation:
The gasket is correctly installed when it is engaged in the locating openings of the transmission sump.