Removing and Installing/Replacing Shift Tower (Steptronic)

Caution!: Do not disassemble new Steptronic gearshift bracket.





Note: Identifying features of new Steptronic shift tower:

1 = Position, solenoid valve
2 = Black plastic section
3 = Aluminum section

Note: Move selector lever to parking position T".

Remove transmission underbody protection if necessary.





Brace clamping section (1) and loosen nut (2).

Installation:
Adjust shift lever.





Grip cable (1) at hexagon (2).

Unfasten nut (3).

Remove cable (1) from bracket.

Installation:
Tightening torque, refer to Specifications.

Remove oddments tray.

Note: Do not remove oddments tray in E38.

Installation:
The lines must be correctly clipped into the retaining clips so as to prevent damage (trapping of lines).





Release screw (1) on Interlock cable.

Tightening torque, refer to Specifications.

Pull connector (2) out of fixture and detach.





Disconnect connector (1).

Release screws and lift out shift tower (2) a little.

Tightening torque, refer to Specifications.

Unhook Interlock cable.

Remove shift bracket with cable.

Installation:
Check interlock/shift lock function and if necessary adjust.

Installation E53:





Insert rubber seal (1) of shift cable (2) in cardan tunnel (3).

Installation:





Secure leads using cable ties.