24 00 051 Installing replacement transmission (AISIN)

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

IMPORTANT: Transmissions are filled with fluid. Oil level does not have to be compensated!
After completing work:

Only in the event of discernible external damage to exchange transmission or discernible oil leakage from exchange transmission - check oil level . See 00 11 500 CHECKING/TOPPING UP FLUID LEVEL IN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AISIN) .
Use only the approved automatic transmission fluid. See OPERATING FLUIDS .
Reset adaptation values.
Perform clutch and gear ratio adaptation.

Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!

Recycling:

Catch and dispose of escaping transmission fluid.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Convert following parts from previous transmission to new transmission.

Converter, transportation lock (1).
Holder, shift cable (R56 only)
Tightening torque: 24 11 5AZ .
Bracket with retaining clips for wiring harness
Transportation plate
Transmission carrier with transmission bearing block (not R56)
Tightening torque 24 11 9AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Transportation Lock
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