M62, M54 and M57 With Automatic Transmission:

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Pull lock (1) upwards.

Remove heat exchanger (2) for automatic transmission fluid from mounting plate on radiator.

NOTE: Oil lines remain connected to heat exchanger.

Installation:

Press lock (1) downwards
Push on heat exchanger

The lock must snap audibly into place when the heat exchanger is forced on.

Fig 1: Removing Heat Exchanger Of Automatic Transmission Fluid From Mounting Plate On Radiator

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Installation:

Replace sealing rings (1) on heat exchanger.

Fig 2: Removing Sealing Rings On Heat Exchanger

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