BMW X5: Installing Replacement Transmission (GA6HP26Z)
Drain automatic transmission fluid at oil drain plug.
Tightening torque.
IMPORTANT: After completion of work, program transmission control unit.
Recycling:
Catch and dispose of escaping transmission fluid.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.
IMPORTANT:
- Before installing replacement transmission, always flush transmission fluid cooler together with lines.
- After completion of work, check transmission fluid level.
- Use only the approved transmission fluid.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission! Replacement transmission is supplied filled with transmission fluid.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove automatic transmission.
Convert selector lever (1).
Tightening torque. Convert holder (2) for cable.
Fig. 22: Identifying Convert Selector Lever
Convert transportation lock (1).
Convert all cable holders.
Convert all seal plugs.
Convert protective cap on output shaft.
IMPORTANT: After removing transportation lock, secure torque converter against slipping out.
Transmission identification:
- refer to BMW Parts Service
- on type plate
Fig. 23: Identifying Convert Transportation Lock
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Transmission Case, Oil
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/SEALING OR REPLACING TRANSMISSION SUMP
(GA6HP26Z)
IMPORTANT: Remove transmission sump only after it has cooled down.
After completion of work, check transmission oil level.
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Torque Converter Bearing
REPLACING TORQUE CONVERTER SHAFT SEAL (GA6HP26Z)
Special tools required:
00 1 450
24 0 200
24 2 351
24 2 352
24 2 353
24 2 360
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove automatic transmission.
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Extension Housing, Bea
REPLACING OUTPUT FLANGE SHAFT SEAL (GA6HP26Z)
Special tools required:
23 0 490
24 4 310
IMPORTANT: After completion of work, check transmission fluid level.
Use only the approved transmission flui
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General driving notes
Closing the tailgate
Safety information
Warning
An open tailgate protrudes from the vehicle and
can endanger occupants and other road users
or damage the vehicle in the event of an accident,
braking or evasive maneuvers. In addition,
exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior.
There is a risk of
Overview Of Airbag Modules, Airbag Control Unit, Belt Tensioners
Fig. 17: Identifying Airbag Modules, Airbag Control Unit, Belt Tensioners
Components Location
Safety battery terminal (*)
Side airbag, front seat, left/right (*)
Belt tensioner, front left/right (*)
Airbag unit, passenger side (*)
Airbag module, driver's side (*)
Head airbag, left/right (*)
