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:
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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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
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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NOTE: Examples of unlocking and disconnecting different plug
connections.
Press lock and open clip in direction of arrow.
Disconnect plug connection.
Fig. 4: Pressing Lock
Press lock and open clip in direction of arrow.
Disconnect plug connection.
Fig. 5: Opening Clip
Open clip in direction of a
WARNING: Danger of destruction in event of mechanical strain
Do not introduce any additional connections at the battery
negative
terminal.
Do not modify the grounding cable.
The grounding cable also serves to dissipate heat.
Do not establish any connection between the IBS and the sensor
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