For various tasks, it is necessary to unlock and lock the parking lock.
This can be done from inside the passenger compartment or underneath the vehicle.
Before releasing the parking lock, secure the vehicle against rolling away.
In the event of a power supply interruption, e.g. flat battery or electrical fault, the parking lock must be manually released, otherwise the wheels will be locked and the vehicle cannot be moved.
Manual emergency release of parking lock from passenger compartment is not possible with GA8HP transmissions for:
Before removing the underbody panel, always check inside the vehicle to be certain the parking lock emergency release is not fitted.
From the vehicle underbody: Raise vehicle.
Manual emergency release of parking lock
Screw new microencapsulated screw (1) into thread.
IMPORTANT: Screwing in and adjusting of screw to 1.5 to 2.5 mm above thread lip (A) must occur within 3 minutes.
The screw may no longer be turned after 3 minutes (hardening of adhesive), otherwise it must be replaced.
From passenger compartment:
From underneath vehicle with Bowden cable:
If permanent release is desired, fix lever in position (e.g. with cable strap).
Locking:
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Alternator with drive and mounting: Removing and installing/replacing alternator (N47 D20 O1)
Necessary preliminary work:
Read out the fault memory of the DDE control unit.
Switch off ignition.
Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD .
Remove INTAKE FILTER HOUSING .
Remove INTAKE PORT .
Remove THROTTLE BODY .
Remove INTAKE PLENUM .
REMOVE drive belt for alternator.
Release connect ...