23 00 037 Installing Replacement Transmission (GS6-53BZ/DZ)

23 00 037 - Installing replacement transmission (GS6-53BZ/DZ) AWD





Important!
After completion of work, check transmission fluid level.
Use only the approved transmission fluid.

Failure to comply with this instruction will result in serious damage to the transmission.






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





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Drain gear oil at oil drain plug. Tightening torque:23 00 4AZ 23 00 Transmission In General.

- Remove transmission.





Release screws.
Remove and convert transmission bearing block.
Tightening torque 22 32 2AZ [1][2]22 32 Transmission Mounting.

Note:
Illustration shows E46.





Convert shift rod joint.
Push back retaining ring (1) and drive out dowel pin (2).






Note:
Check damping disk (6) for damage and replace if necessary.





Convert following parts from previous transmission to new transmission.
- Release bearing and release lever Service and Repair.

- Ball pin and spring wire clip

- Studs for clutch slave cylinder.

- Reversing light switch tightening torque: 23 41 5AZ 23 41 External Gearshift Components.





Add final details to vehicle.
Check oil level.

Installation Note:
Observe greasing specification.