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Automatic Transmission - Repair Safety Information BMW M6 E63/E64

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00 Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin

Danger of poisoning!

Ingesting oil or absorbing through the skin may cause poisoning!

Possible symptoms are

  1. Headaches
  2. Dizziness
  3. Stomach aches
  4. Vomiting
  5. Diarrhoea
  6. Cramps/fits
  7. Unconsciousness

Protective measures/rules of conduct

  1. Pour oil only into appropriately marked containers
  2. Do not pour oil into drinking vessels (drinks bottles, glasses, cups or mugs)
  3. Observe country-specific safety regulations

First aid measures

  1. Do not induce vomiting.

If the person affected is still conscious, he/she must rinse out their mouth with water, drink plenty of water and consult a doctor immediately.

If the person affected is unconscious, do not administer anything by mouth, place the person in the recovery position and seek immediate medical attention.

00 Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin

Danger of injury!

Contact with eyes or skin may result in injury!

Possible symptoms are

  1. Impaired sight
  2. Irritation of the eyes
  3. Reddening of the skin
  4. Rough and cracked skin
  1. Wear protective goggles
  2. Wear oil-resistant protective gloves
  3. Observe country-specific safety regulations
  1. Eye contact: Rinse eyes immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; if available, use an eye-rinsing bottle. If irritation of the eyes persists, consult a doctor.
  2. Skin contact: Wash off with soap and water immediately. If irritation persists, consult a doctor. NOTE: Do not use solvents/thinners.

00 Safety instructions for handling oil

Recycling

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Measures if oil is unintentionally released

  1. Personal precautionary measures: Danger of slipping! Keep non-involved persons away from the work area. Wear personal protective clothing/equipment.
  2. Environmental protection measures: Prevent oil from draining into drain channels, sewerage systems, pits, cellars, water and the ground.
  3. Limiting spread: Use oil blocks to prevent the surface spread of oil.
  4. Cleaning procedure: Bind and dispose of escaped oil with nonflammable absorbents. NOTE: Do not flush oil away with water or aqueous cleaning agents.

Breakdown of BMW designation

A5S 300J (former designation)
ATransmission typeS = Manual gearbox A = Automatic transmission
5Number of forward gears
SType of top gearD = Direct gear S = Overdrive gear
300Max. input torque (Nm)
JCode letter of transmission manufacturerG = Getrag J = Jatco R = GMPT (General Motors Powertrain) Z = ZF (Zahnradfabrik Friedrichshafen)
SMGNotesSMG = Sequential M gearbox/transmission

TRANSMISSION DESIGNATIONS CHART

GS6-37BZ (new designation according to BMW Group Standard GS 90007)
GTransmission
STransmission typeS = Manual gearbox A = Automatic transmission
6Number of forward gears
= Standard with manual gearshift HP = Hydraulic planetary gear train DKG= Twin-clutch transmission/gearbox
37Transmission type26 = D-transmission 31 = C-transmission 39 = F-transmission 37 = H-transmission 53 = G-transmission 17 = I-transmission 47= J transmission SMG -7-speed 45 = K transmission 36= Transmission DKG
BGear setB = Gasoline gear ratio D = Diesel gear ratio S= Sport gear ratio
ZCode letter of transmission manufacturerG = Getrag Z = ZF (Zahnradfabrik Friedrichshafen)

TRANSMISSION DESIGNATIONS CHART

Manual gearbox

BMW designationManufacturerManufacturer designationRemarks
S5D 200GGetragB transmission (220/5)
S5D 200GGetragB transmission (221/5)For M41 engine only
S5D 250GGetragB transmission (220/5)Reinforced design
S5D 260ZZFC-transmission (S5-31 D)For M51 engine only
S5D 280ZZFC-transmission (S5-31)
S5D 310ZZFC-transmission (S5-31)Up to 9.95
S5D 320ZZFC-transmission (S5-31)From 9.95 (reinforced design)
GS5S31BZ (SMG)ZFC transmissionSMG
GS5-39DZZFF transmission
S6S 420GGetragD-transmission (226/6)
S6S 420G (SMG)GetragD transmissionSMG
S6S 560GGetragE-transmission (286/6)
GS6-37BZZFH-transmission
GS6S37BZ (SMG)ZFH-transmission
GS6-37DZZFH-transmission
GS6-37BGGetragH-transmission
GS6-53BZZFG-transmission
GS6-53DZZFG-transmission
GS6-17BGGetragI-transmission
GS6-17DGGetragI-transmission
GS7S47BG (SMG)GetragJ transmission (247)SMG -7-speed
GS7D36SGGetragDKG (436)DKG -7-speed
GS6- 45BZZFK transmission
GS6- 45DZZFK transmission

MANUAL GEARBOX DESIGNATIONS CHART

BMW designationManufacturerManufacturer designationRemarks
A4S 200RGMPTGM4
A4S 270RGMPTTHM-R1wTransmission wide-stepped
A4S 310RGMPTTHM-R1
A5S 300JJatcoJatco
A5S 310ZZF5HP-18
A5S 325ZZF5HP-19
A5S 440ZZF5HP-24
A5S 560ZZF5HP-30
A5S 360R/390RGMGM5
GA6HP19ZZF6HP19
GA6HP26ZZF6HP26
GA6HP32ZZF6HP32
GA6L45RGMGM6
GA8HP45ZZF8HP45
GA8HP70ZZF8HP70
GA8HP90ZZF8HP90
GA7AHSCDDaimlerAHS-CHybrid

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DESIGNATIONS CHART

Supporting transmission

Note. The universal transmission bracket is introduced for the E60 AWD Suitable for manual and automatic transmissions

IMPORTANTFront and rear supports (1) can be laterally adjusted by means of screws (2). Carrier (3) of rear supports (1) can be longitudinally adjusted by means of screw. Supports must be adapted in length and width to the transmission.

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Support transmission with special tools, see 23-4050 FIXTURE and 00-2030 DEVICE .

IMPORTANTTransmission must be secured with tensioning strap (1).

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23..... Universal transmission retaining bridge

Note. The transmission retaining bridge is suitable for both manual and automatic transmissions, see 24-0200 FIXTURE .

IMPORTANTAdapters and spindles must be adapted for positive locking to the transmission. (Risk of injury)

Adapt adapters (1) and spindle with thrust piece (3) to transmission.

Adapt length with slide (2).

Screw in spindle (4).

IMPORTANTBefore mounting on assembly stand 00 1 450, check retaining bridge for secure seating.

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