3 Series E36 318tds (M41) SAL
Move transmission sidewards until special-tool gauge has equal
distances on left and right sides.
Secure crossmember.
Tightening torque, refer to Technical Data 24 71 1AZ
Checking/adjusting propeller shaft-deflection angle:
Remove exhaust assembly,
refer to Group 18.
Unscrew heat-protection plate at centre and right front.
M40 engine:
Secure rail (steel ruler) on belt pulley in vertical position (use a
clamp).
Place gauge 26 1 030 on rail.
M50/M51 engine:
Secure rail (steel ruler) on vibration damper in vertical position
(use a clamp).
Place gauge 26 1 030 on rail.
Set needle perpendicular with help of bubble level.
Read degrees.
Note:
Always fit measuring gauge with scale pointing in same
direction (e.g. scale on right).
One graduation = 5'.
Position of vehicle is not important as only individual angle is
compared.
RA Balancing propeller shaft
BMW AG - TIS
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