3 Series E36 M coupe (S50) COUPE
26 11 030
Balancing propeller shaft
In the event of vibration or drumming:
Requirements:
Propeller shaft in perfect optical condition.
Balance propeller shaft if balance plates are missing or
propeller shaft is suspected to have imbalance (refer to
instructions supplied with balancing equipment).
Caution!
A jacked-up vehicle must only be test operated when
suspension of driven wheels is supported (deflection angle of
output shafts).
Maximum speed specified for a jacked-up vehicle or vehicle on a
dynamometer must never be exceeded.
Conform with safety regulations.
Centre propeller shaft:
Loosen exhaust assembly, rubber engine mounts and
transmission cross member.
Position Special Tool 26 1 020 at rear engine-carrier bore and at
centre of transmission.
Note:
Transmission is offset by 10 mm to right when viewed in
forwards direction of travel.
As a result of this, centre point must be taken 10 mm to left of
centre of transmission.
RA Balancing propeller shaft
BMW AG - TIS
09.02.2013 18:01
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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