2431012 Replacing torque converter radial shaft seal (GA6L45R)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION .

IMPORTANT: After completion of work, check TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL .

Use only the approved transmission fluid: Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid ; BMW part number 83 22 0 397 114 (4 liters)

Failure to comply with this instruction will result in serious damage to the transmission.

Secure transmission with special tool 24 0 200 on assembly stand 00 1 450 .

Remove TORQUE CONVERTER .

Fig 1: Securing Transmission Using Special Tool (24 0 200)

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Remove retaining ring (1) with a suitable tool (2).

Fig 2: Removing Retaining Ring Using Special Tool

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Attach special tool 24 2 354 to input shaft (1).

Fig 3: Installing Special Tool (24 2 354) To Input Shaft

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Screw in special tool 24 2 351 until it is firmly connected with radial shaft seal.

Screw in special tool 24 2 352 to remove radial shaft seal.

Fig 4: Removing Radial Shaft Seal Using Special Tool (24 2 352) And (24 2 351)

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Oil sealing lip on radial shaft seal.

Drive in radial shaft seal (1) with special tool 24 2 360 as far as it will go.

Fig 5: Installing Radial Shaft Seal Using Special Tool (24 2 400)

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