BMW X5: Manually Unlocking Transmission Lock
For various tasks, it is necessary to unlock and lock the transmission lock.
This can be done from inside or underneath the vehicle.
From vehicle interior:
- Refer to MANUAL EMERGENCY UNLOCKING OF TRANSMISSION LOCK.
Underneath car:
- Remove underbody protection.
- Press lever (1) towards rear.
Clamp lever firmly if permanently unlocking is desired.
Locking:
- Release lever (1) or release clamping
Fig. 52: Identifying Lever
NOTES ON MECHATRONICS (GA6HP26Z/GA6HP32Z/GA6HP19Z)
Special tools required:
- 24 2 390
IMPORTANT: After completing work:
- Load specific data version with DIS.
- Check transmission fluid level.
Use only approved transmission fluid.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection).
Unscrew plug (1) and disconnect.
Fig. 53: Identifying Plug
Insert special tool 24 2 390 in sealing sleeve (1).
Fig. 54: Identifying Special Tool (24 2 390)
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Replacing Sealing Sleeve For Transmission Housing (GA6HP26Z)
Special tools required:
24 2 390
IMPORTANT: After completion of work, check transmission oil level.
Use only approved transmission fluid.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in se
Torque Converter
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TORQUE CONVERTER (GA6HP26Z)
Special tools required:
00 2 550
24 4 000
IMPORTANT: After completion of work, check transmission fluid
level. Use only approved tran
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Information On Replacing Shock Absorbers
Facts:
When a shock absorber is faulty on one side (leaking, noises, limit values
exceeded on the shock tester), often
both shock absorbers on the axle in question are replaced.
Consequence:
This is not necessary for technical reasons and causes the manufacturer not
to recognize the unnecessarily
Removing And Installing/Replacing All Trims On Left Or Right Seat Rails
Operation is identical to:
Removing all trims on left or right seat rail.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING GUIDE FOR FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT
HEAD RESTRAINT
Operation is identical to:
Removing guide for front head restraint.
REPLACING PADDING FOR FRONT SEAT THIGH SUPPORT
Release screws (1).
Installat
