BMW TF-72SC 6-Speed Automatic Transmission Teardown

The BMW TF-72SC 6-Speed Automatic Transmission was first seen on several BMW and Volvo models like the BMW DS4 and Volvo V40. Now this 6-peed Transmission is found in many other BMW, Volvo, Mini, Peugeot, Donfeng, Ssangyoung, and DS applications. Here’s what you’ll see in this teardown video:

  • External Cooler Removal — 0:20
  • Pan Removal — 2:05
  • Valve Body Removal — 4:37
  • Case Separation — 6:50
  • Pump Removal — 9:20
  • 3-5-Rev Drum Removal — 13:25
  • Band Apply Servo Removal — 16:28
  • Center Support Removal — 16:56
  • Rear Planetary Removal — 17:50
  • Low / Rev Clutch Removal — 19:20
  • 4-5-6 Drum Removal — 20:40
  • Low / Rev Piston Removal — 21:20
  • 1-2-3-4 Drum Breakdown — 23:19
  • 4-5-6 Drum Breakdown — 25:15
  • 3-5-Rev Drum Breakdown — 26:45
  • Valve Body Breakdown — 28:05
  • Solenoid Breakdown — 35:28

TransTec Products for TF-72SC 6-Speed Automatic Transmission

Overhaul Kit TF-72SC 2013-UP (w/o Pistons / Duraprene Pan Gasket)
Overhaul Kit TF-72SC 2013-UP (w/ Pistons / Duraprene Pan Gasket)
Piston Kit

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