Automatically Shifted Manual Transmission/Transaxle: Service and Repair

28 00 ... Checking/Topping Up Oil Level In Twin-Clutch Gearbox (GS7D36SG)







Checking oil level:
- Call up Service functions (Drive) in BMW diagnosis system
- Carry out oil level check in accordance with instructions

IMPORTANT:
On the twin-clutch gearbox a run-in check fluid change is not required at 2000 km.
Use only the approved transmission oil
Failure to comply with this instruction will result in serious damage to the twin-clutch gearbox.







IMPORTANT:
The testing and filling procedure must be completed before the transmission oil temperature of 40 °C is reached.
If a temperature in excess of 40 °C is reached and no oil has emerged, insert the fluid adjusting screw and repeat the testing and filling procedure when it has cooled down.







Installation note:
Tighten down oil 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.
1. Open fluid adjusting screw (1). If fluid emerges, close screw again immediately
If no fluid emerges, top up until fluid emerges and close fluid adjusting screw (1) again

NOTE: If fluid has been replenished here, a further refill must be carried out during the actual fluid adjustment

2. Connect diagnosis system and start service functions (drive).
3. Start engine (drive position N or P)
4. Record transmission temperature using the diagnosis system
5. (Drive position P)
6. Permissible starting temperature ≤ 32 °C
7. Idle speed: maintain at approx. 2000 rpm for 1 minute.
8. Open fluid adjusting screw (1)
9. Fill until oil emerges
Max. transmission oil temperature 40 °C
10. Insert screw

Installation note:
Replace screw.
Tightening torque: 28 00 2AZ