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:
- 24 2 390
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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Replacing Sealing Sleeve For Transmission Housing (GA6HP26Z)
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
Torque Converter
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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-> Spark plug faults
-> Ignition coil faults
-> Further fault patterns with evaluation
-> Additional fault notes for troubleshooting.
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REPLACING REAR MUFFLER (N52K)
Special tools required:
00 2 210
31 2 220
WARNING: Scalding hazard!
Only perform these tasks after exhaust system has cooled down.
Support exhaust system with special tool 31 2 220.
Fig. 8: Identifying Special Tool (31 2 220)
NOTE: If the cutting lines are not id
