3 Series E46 318Ci (N46) COUPE
33 31 503
Lowering/raising rear axle carrier
Special tools required:
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33 4 420
Note:
If the rear axle carrier is detached from the body, it is necessary
after reinstallation to carry out a wheel/chassis alignment check.
After installation:
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Perform chassis alignment check
Necessary preliminary tasks:
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Convertible: Remove tension strut
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M3:Remove V-strut
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Compact: Remove holder for emergency wheel
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Remove stabilizer from rear axle carrier
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Remove propeller shaft from rear differential and tie back
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Unclip handbrake Bowden cables in tunnel
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If necessary, disconnect plug connection from ride-height
sensor
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Vehicle with diesel engine: Remove vibration damper with
bracket from rear differential
RA Lowering/raising rear axle carrier
BMW AG - TIS
07.02.2013 18:52
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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