3 Series E46 318d (M47) TOUR
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Replacing rear muffler bracket on rear axle
carrier (repair solution)
Warning!
Scalding hazard!
Only perform these tasks after exhaust system has cooled
down.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Detach retaining bar from broken-off bracket of rear axle carrier.
After completing work, check exhaust system for ease of
movement.
Clean bonding surface of rear axle carrier.
Stick on drilling hole template (1) from repair kit as instructed.
Mark bore holes (2) with a centre punch according to template.
Compare centre punch marks with new bracket from repair kit.
Pull off plastic sheet.
Drill bore holes in multiple stages and deburr (e.g. 4, 8, 11
mm dia.). Finished dia. 11 mm.
Carry out corrosion protection measures.
Install draw-in nuts from repair kit with riveting tongs.
RA Replacing rear muffler bracket on rear axle carrier (repair solution)
BMW AG - TIS
10.02.2013 15:28
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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