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00 11 500 Checking/Topping Up Fluid Level In Automatic Transmission (GA8HP45Z,GA8HP70Z,GA8HP90Z)



00 11 500 Checking/Topping Up Fluid Level In Automatic Transmission (GA8HP45Z,GA8HP70Z,GA8HP90Z)







IMPORTANT:
- It is mandatory to avoid skin contact with transmission oil and breathing in transmission oil vapours.
- Wear protective gloves.
Ensure adequate ventilation







IMPORTANT:
Use only the approved gearbox oil.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission.
Carry out oil level check only when oil temperature is between 40°C and 50°C.







Installation note:
Tighten down filler plug using
1. Hexagon wrench 8 A/F
2. Torque wrench
3. Socket 8 A/F







Topping up transmission oil after a repair:
Stand vehicle on a level surface and secure against rolling off.
Undo oil filler plug (1).

Installation note:
Replace sealing ring.

Top up automatic transmission fluid until it emerges from filler opening.
Start engine.
Replenish automatic transmission fluid until it emerges from filler opening.
Screw in oil filler plug (1).
Tightening torque: 24 11 3AZ.
Press brake pedal to floor and shift through gears 1 to 6 several times at idle speed. Then shift selector lever to "P" position (Park).
Then check oil level.







Checking oil level:
- Connect BMW Diagnosis and Information System.
- Call up Service functions (drive).
- Carry out oil level check in accordance with instructions.