17 22 010 Removing and installing/replacing heat exchanger for automatic transmission (M62/M54/M57): Notes
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Drain off and top up coolant.
Recycling
Transmission fluid emerges when oil lines are detached from heat exchanger.
Catch and dispose of escaping transmission fluid.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.
CAUTION:
Check fluid level in automatic transmission, refer to OPERATING FLUIDS - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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Press lines (1/2) in direction of heat exchanger and pull locking ring towards rear.
Keep locking ring pressed and detach lines (1/2) from heat exchanger.
NOTE:
Illustration shows heat exchanger from E46.
Pull out lock (1).
Pull heat exchanger (2) out of mounting plate on radiator.