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Caution!

Removal of propeller shaft: Mark universal joint to drive flange
of rear axle.

This will eliminate complaints of droning.

Remove universal joint from final drive.

Release nuts.

Tightening torque, 26 11 4AZ.

Installation:

Replace self-locking nuts.

Grip propeller shaft at center mount and release nuts.

Tightening torque 26 11 6AZ.

Installation:

Pretension center mounts in direction of travel 4 ... 6 mm (A).

Bend propeller shaft downwards at center mount and in so doing
detach centering mount on manual transmission/universal joint
from final drive.

RA  Removing and installing propeller shaft - version with slide

BMW AG - TIS

11.02.2013  03:55

Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued

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