Replacing the shifter transfer unit (GS6-58BG, GS6-59BG/DG)

Preliminary work needed: 

• Remove INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .
• Put the gear into neutral

Removal: 

Lever the insert stands (3) of the selector lever cables from the ball joints with the open-end wrench SW13.

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Loosen screws (1).

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Release shift tower by tugging on the shift weight (1); pull shift tower approx. 30 mm out of the transmission housing.

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Turn shift tower unit through 90° counterclockwise.

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Pull out shift tower unit (1) upwards.

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INSTALLATION: 

Clean sealing surface (1) with a lint-free cloth to remove gasket residues.

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Apply surface sealant to sealing surface (1).

Surface sealant: Loctite 5203, BMW part number 83 19 0 395 783

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Rotate shift tower and insert into transmission to approx. 30 mm above the end position.

Then rotate shift tower through 90° clockwise to the end position and insert in the housing up to stop.

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Tighten down screws (1).

Installation note: 

Replace screws.

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Attach selector lever cables (3) at ball joints.

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Required follow-up work: 

• Install INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .