BMW 5251 Service Manual page 595

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Install engine support across engine bay. Raise and safely
support vehicle.
Make sure the car is stable and we1 supported at all times.
Use a professional automotive lift orjaclc stands designed for
CAUTIOI\C
Removal of transmission will cause engine to tip unless en-
gine support is used.
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Remove splash shields from underside of vehicle.
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&cylinder models: Detach front stabilizer bar from stabilizer
bar links. Swivel stabilizer bar upward.
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Drain ATF from transmission as described earlier.
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Remove exhaust system and exhaust heat shield. See 180
Exhaust System.
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Disconnect driveshaft from transmission and hang to one
side. See 260 Driveshaft.
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With selector lever in park:
Hold linkage clamping bolt (A) stationary when loosening
selector lever cable clamping nut (6).
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Loosen cable clamping nut and remove cable from bracket
(ASS 3252 transmission shown).
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Where applicable, disconnect vehicle speed sensor harness
connector.
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Disconnect main electrical harness connector(s) from trans-
mission by turning bayonet lock ring(s) (arrows) counter-
clocltwise.
A4S 310R transmission: Harness connector at right rear of
transmission.
ASS 360R / ASS 390R transmission: Harness connector
(arrow) at right rear of transmission.
ASS 3252 transmission: Two connectors (arrows) on left
side of transmission.
ASS 5602 transmission: Harness connector at right rear of
transmission.
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ASS 4402 transmission: Harness connector at top left rear
of transmission.
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Remove wiring harness from transmission housing