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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Removing And Installing Outer Fold Adapter
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove outer fold trim.
Remove rear panel trim.
Partially remove seat cover with padding.
Release screw.
Release screw (1).
Unclip trim (2) at top.
Carefully tighten follower (2) on seat cushion frame.
Feed trim (2) out of seat mechanism.
REMOVING AND INSTALLI
Removing And Installing/Replacing Actuating Unit With Control Unit
For Parking Brake (EMF)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove both brake discs.
Set workshop mode in BMW diagnosis system.
Path:
Function selection
Service functions
Chassis
Parking brake
Workshop mode
NOTE: This facilitates removal as the EMF approaches the outer
position.
Open flap in luggage compartme
