24 11 016 Removing and Installing/Sealing or Replacing Transmission Sump (GA8HP90Z)

24 11 016 Removing and installing/sealing or replacing transmission sump (GA8HP90Z)





Important!
- Do not let skin come in contact with gearbox oil and do not inhale fuel vapors.
- Wear protective gloves.
- Ensure adequate ventilation





Important!
Remove transmission sump only after it has cooled down.
After completion of work, check gearbox oil level.
Use only the approved transmission oil.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!





Important!
Aluminum screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are released.
Aluminum screws/bolts are permitted with and without color coding.
For reliable identification:
Aluminum screws/bolts are not magnetic.
Jointing torque and angle of rotation must be observed without fail (risk of damage).





Necessary preliminary tasks:
^ Remove rear underbody protection with side guides





Remove oil drain plug (1).

Tightening torque 24 11 5AZ.

Drain automatic transmission oil.

Installation note:
Replace oil drain plug.





Recycling:
Catch and dispose of escaping transmission fluid.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.





Release all screws (1-13).

Remove transmission oil sump.

Installation note:
Aluminum screws must be replaced.

Insert screws in sequence 1...13 until screw heads make contact.

Tighten screws in sequence 1...13 to specified torque.

Tightening torque 24 11 4AZ.





Remove gasket (1) from transmission sump.

Clean gearbox oil sump to remove residual oil.

Clean sealing surfaces with a cloth.

Place new gasket on sealing surface of transmission oil sump.

Important!
Do not degrease gearbox sump with cleaning agent.