BMW 7 Series: Hydr/El Control Components/Elements
REPLACING OIL ACCUMULATOR (GA8HP45Z)
- Do not let skin come in contact with transmission oil and do not inhale fuel vapors.
- Wear protective gloves.
- Ensure adequate ventilation.
IMPORTANT: Applies to vehicles from 08/2011
Remove transmission oil sump only after it has cooled down.
After completion of repair work, check TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL.
Use only the approved TRANSMISSION OIL.
To set the correct level, it is mandatory that the service function "Transmission control unit: oil adjustment" is performed using the diagnosis system.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!
Installation note: The transmission oil sump must be renewed every time it is removed.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove transmission oil sump.
- Remove retaining plates.
Recycling:
Catch and dispose of escaping transmission oil.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
Release screws (1) (M6x20).
Release screw (2) (M6x59).
Tightening torque 24 30 5AZ.
Carefully unlock cable connector (3) with screwdriver.
Carefully pull out oil accumulator.
IMPORTANT: Mounting bolts of oil accumulator must be replaced after removal.
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Fig. 47: Identifying Connector And Screws
REPLACING OIL RESERVOIR (GA8HP70Z)
- Do not let skin come in contact with transmission oil and do not inhale fuel vapors.
- Wear protective gloves.
- Ensure adequate ventilation.
IMPORTANT: Applies to vehicles from 08/2011
After completion of repair work, check TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL.
Use only the approved TRANSMISSION OIL.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove transmission oil sump.
Release screws (1) (M6x20).
Release screw (2) (M6x59).
Tightening torque 24 30 5AZ.
Carefully unlock cable connector (3) with screwdriver.
Carefully pull out oil accumulator.
IMPORTANT: Mounting bolts of oil accumulator must be replaced after removal.
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Fig. 48: Identifying Connector And Screws
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Oil Pump
REPLACING O-RING ON OIL PUMP (GA6HP19/GA6HP26Z
Notes
IMPORTANT: After completion of work, check TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL.
Use only approved TRANSMISSION OIL.
Failure to comply with this instruction wi
Controller
MANUAL EMERGENCY RELEASE OF TRANSMISSION LOCK
Manual emergency release of transmission lock from inside vehicle is not
possible with GA6HP/GA8HP gearboxes from
03/2010
From production date 04/2010
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Carrying Over Hole Pattern
When replacing a body component, it is necessary to carry over the hole
pattern from the existing body to the
new component.
The following pictures are a schematic representation of carrying over the hole
pattern on the example of the
front wheel arch.
Necessary preliminary tasks
Adjust new part
Mechanical/Hydraulic Components
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING DSC HYDRAULIC UNIT
Necessary preliminary work
Read and comply with GENERAL INFORMATION.
Remove front left rear WHEEL ARCH PANEL
Remove left UNDERBODY PANELLING
After completing work:
BLEED BRAKE SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: Do not mix up brake lines.
If necessary, mar
