3 Series E46 316i (N42) SAL
Warning!
Danger of injury!
Failure to comply with the following instructions may result
in the vehicle slipping off the lifting platform and critically
injuring other persons.
When supporting components, make sure that
•
the vehicle can no longer be raised or lowered
•
the vehicle does not lift off the locating plates on the
lifting platform
Support rear differential with workshop jack and special tool
33 4 420 .
Important!
Observe gap between special tool 33 4 420 and dust
plates (1).
To avoid grinding noises, make sure the dust plates (1) are
not damaged (e.g. bent).
Remove tension strut.
Release screws and remove stop plate.
Lower rear axle carrier.
Note:
Check threads for damage; if necessary, repair with Helicoil thread
inserts.
Check seating of coil springs with spring pads, correct if
necessary.
Tightening torque 33 33 3AZ
.
Installation:
Check threads on threaded pins; if necessary, replace damaged
threaded pins.
Tightening torque 33 33 2AZ
.
RA Lowering/raising rear axle carrier
BMW AG - TIS
20.01.2013 21:21
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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