Transmission Fluid Pan, Removing And Installing: Removing

-- Move the selector lever to "P".

Make sure no dirt enters an >>open<< transmission.

-- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to OVERVIEW - NOISE INSULATION .

-- Remove the connecting hose between the charge air cooler and the charge air pipe. Refer to OVERVIEW - CHARGE AIR SYSTEM .

Vehicles with Secondary Air Pump 

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-- Press the release -arrows- and the wires -1- and remove the lines from the Secondary Air Injection Pump Motor -V101- -2-.

-- Tie the wires -1- to the side.

Continuation for All Vehicles 

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-- Remove the wires with the bracket from the front transmission fluid pan -arrows-.

-- Route the wires near the transmission fluid pan upward and tie them secure.

-- Drain the transmission fluid. Refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID, DRAINING AND FILLING .

-- To discharge any static electricity, touch vehicle ground with hand (without wearing a glove).

-- Release the connector twist lock for the Mechatronic by turning it in the direction of the starter in direction of -arrow- and remove it.

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-- Place the : SMN372500  under the transmission.

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-- Remove the clamp -3-.

-- Loosen and remove the screws -1- in a diagonal sequence.

-- Remove the oil pan -2- and if necessary loosen the oil pan by hitting lightly with a rubber hammer.