27 10 020 Installing Exchange Transfer Box (ATC 35L)
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Special tools required:
- 22 1 044
- 22 1 046
- 33 4 460
IMPORTANT:
Before and after replacement, execute the "Repair" service function with the BMW diagnosis system.
Recycling:
Catch and dispose of escaping transmission oil.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Drain gear oil at oil drain plug.
Tightening torque: 27 10 2AZ .
- Remove TRANSFER BOX .
Remount the following parts:
- Covers and protective caps.
- Drive shaft transportation retainer.
- Tank ventilation line of transfer box.
- Holder for exhaust system on transmission cross-member.
Bolt special tool 22 1 044 to transfer box.
Insert special tool 22 1 046 with bolt into recesses of rubber mount.
Mount new rubber mount with special tool 33 4 460.
Installation note:
Pay attention to installation position of rubber mount.
Coat housing bore and rubber mount with Circolight.
IMPORTANT:
After completing repair work, check transmission oil level and top up if necessary.
Undo oil filler plug (1).
Tightening torque: 27 10 2AZ .
Check oil level.
Pour in transmission oil up to lower edge of opening for oil filler plug (1).
Use only the approved transmission oil .
Undo oil filler plug (1).
Tightening torque: 27 10 2AZ .
Check oil level.
Pour in transmission oil up to lower edge of opening for oil filler plug (1).
Use only the approved transmission oil .
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the transfer box!
After replacement:
Repair service function CARRY OUT PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .