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:
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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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
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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Vehicle care products
General information
BMW recommends using vehicle care and
cleaning products from BMW. Suitable vehicle
care products are available from a dealer's service
center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Safety information
Warning
Cleansers can contain substances that
WARNING: Danger of injury!
Drain the air spring system before carrying out any work on the air supply
unit, air pipes and air springs! Danger of injury if this instruction is not
complied with!
Risk of damage!
Extreme cleanliness must be ensured in the connection area of the pipes
during removal and