BMW X3 (F25) Service & Repair Manual: Transmission in general

• Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin
• Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin
• Safety instructions for handling oil
• Universal bmw transmission take-up
• Universal transmission retaining bridge

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:

• Headaches
• Dizziness
• Stomach aches
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Cramps/fits
• Unconsciousness

Protective measures/rules of conduct:

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

First aid measures:

• 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.

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:

• Impaired sight
• Irritation of the eyes
• Reddening of the skin
• Rough and cracked skin

Protective measures/rules of conduct:

• Wear safety goggles
• Wear oil-resistant protective gloves
• Observe country-specific safety regulations

First aid measures:

• 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.
• Skin contact: Wash off with soap and water immediately. If irritation persists, consult a doctor.

Safety instructions for handling oil

WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin! RISK OF INJURY if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!

Recycling: Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

Measures if oil is unintentionally released:

• Personal precautionary measures: Danger of slipping! Keep noninvolved persons away from the work area. Wear personal protective clothing/equipment.
• Environmental protection measures: Prevent oil from draining into drain channels, sewerage systems, pits, cellars, water and the ground.
• Limiting spread: Use oil blocks to prevent the surface spread of oil.
• Cleaning procedure: Bind and dispose of escaped oil with nonflammable absorbents.

NOTE: Do not flush oil away with water or aqueous cleaning agents.

TRANSMISSION DESIGNATIONS

Breakdown of BMW designation:

Automatic transmission:

Universal bmw transmission take-up

Special tools required:

• 00 2 030
• 23 4 050

NOTE:

• The universal transmission bracket is introduced for the E60 AWD
• Suitable for automatic transmissions

IMPORTANT: Front 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.

Supporting transmission: Support transmission with special tools 23 4 050 , 00 2 030 .

IMPORTANT: Transmission must be secured with tensioning strap (1).

Universal transmission retaining bridge

Special tools required:

• 00 1 450
• 24 0 200

NOTE:

• The transmission retaining bridge 24 0 200 is suitable for automatic transmissions

IMPORTANT: Adapters 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).

IMPORTANT: Before mounting on assembly stand 00 1 450, check retaining bridge for secure seating.