5 Series E60 525d (M57TU) SAL
31 21 090
Removing and installing/replacing left or right
swivel bearing
Special tools required:
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31 2 230
Necessary preliminary tasks:
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Remove front brake disc
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Remove front pulse generator from swivel bearing
•
Remove control arm from swivel bearing
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Remove tie rod end from swivel bearing
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Remove bracket for stabilizer link from swivel bearing
•
Remove tension strut from swivel bearing
E63, E64: Spread swivel bearing with special tool 31 2 230 .
Lower swivel bearing with workshop jack.
Installation:
Keep press fit of swivel gearing and spring strut in lower area
clean and free from oil and grease.
Spread swivel bearing with special tool 31 2 230 , align by
means of gap to web on back of spring strut and raise as far as it
will go.
Replacement:
Modify or if necessary replace wheel bearing.
Modify brake carrier/brake guard plate.
RA Removing and installing/replacing left or right swivel bearing
BMW AG - TIS
11.02.2013 15:02
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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