23 11 212 Replacing sealing cap (GS6-58/59 BG/DG)

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Special tools required:

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT LEFT WHEEL

Removal:

IMPORTANT:

Risk of damage:

Damage to the transmission housing will result in oil leaks!

Knock in sealing cap (1) on the transmission with a slotted screwdriver and lever out.

Fig 1: Removing Sealing Cap On Transmission With Slotted Screwdriver

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Installation:

Manually insert sealing cap (1) into transmission opening.

Fig 2: Locating Sealing Cap Into Transmission Opening

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Drive sealing cap (1) flush to the limit position with special tool 0 002 877 .

Fig 3: Driving Sealing Cap With Special Tool (0 002 877)

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Required follow-up work:

Check transmission OIL LEVEL .

IMPORTANT:

The vehicle must be parked on a level surface to check the transmission oil level.

Use only the approved TRANSMISSION OIL .

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