3 Series E46 330i (M54) TOUR
Disconnect plug connection for right brake pad wear sensor on
brake caliper.
Remove brake caliper on both sides of trailing arm and tie back.
Remove lower control arm on both sides from trailing arm .
Slide brake caliper through between output shaft and control arm
and tie up.
Remove bearing block for trailing arm from body.
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 workshop jack.
Installation:
Check threads for damage; if necessary, repair with Helicoil thread
inserts.
Tightening torque 33 33 3AZ
.
RA Removing and installing complete rear axle carrier
BMW AG - TIS
15.02.2013 23:00
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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