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
SEE MORE:
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT STABILIZER
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove front wheels
Remove front underbody protection
Remove front right wheel arch cover (front section)
Remove radiator air duct
Remove right brake air duct with holder
Remove heat exchanger from front axle car
Special tools required:
23 0 490
27 1 460 DRIFT
IMPORTANT: After completing work, check gear oil level, see
Replenishing /Changing
Transfer Case Oil (ATC 700) and top up if necessary.
Use only approved gear oil in this transfer box.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove transfer box
Drive a h