17 22 010 Removing and installing/replacing heat exchanger for automatic transmission (M57T2, N54)
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IMPORTANT:
Danger of scalding!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Follow instructions for working on cooling system.
- Drain coolant
- Remove fan cowl
Recycling
Catch and dispose of drained coolant in a suitable container.
Transmission fluid emerges when oil lines are detached from heat exchanger.
Catch and dispose of escaping transmission fluid in a suitable container.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.
Picture shows M57T2:
Release and disconnect coolant hoses (1).
Release screw and remove lines (2).
Installation:
- Replace sealing rings.
- Tightening torque 17 22 1AZ , see 17 22 TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES
Unclip hose (3).
Release screws (4) and remove heat exchanger (5).
Installation:
- Tightening torque 17 22 2AZ , see 17 22 TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES
IMPORTANT:
Distance between oil cooler line and ribbed V-belt must be at least 25 mm.
Check fluid level in automatic transmission .
Refer to MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS .
Check fluid level in automatic transmission .
Refer to MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS .