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How to Unlock the Automatic Transmission of the BMW 5 Series?

Model: BMW Serie 5 E60, E61 - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Part: Transmission

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To unlock the automatic transmission of the BMW 5 Series, use an object to pry off the leather cover of the gear shift. Once this cover is removed, you will find another lever underneath.

Pull this lever down, possibly using a screwdriver. After pulling this lever down, you will notice that the automatic transmission is unlocked.

Once the procedure is complete, you can reposition the leather cover.


Updated on 21 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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