2433530 Replacing gear selector valve (GA6L45R)

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IMPORTANT: After completion of work, check GEARBOX 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.

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove MECHATRONICS

Release screw (1).

Place gear position switch (2) to one side.

Tightening torque 24 30 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Screw And Gear Position Switch

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Slightly press bracket (1) upwards.

Using suitable tool (2) push gear selector valve (3) out of the mechatronics system.

Fig 2: Identifying Bracket And Gear Selector Valve Using Special Tool

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