5 Series E60 M5 (S85) SAL
Grip propeller shaft at centre bearing and release screws.
Tightening torque, 26 11 6AZ.
Bend propeller shaft downwards at centre bearing.
Remove propeller shaft from transmission output flange and
detach constant-velocity joint from rear axle differential.
Installation:
Withdraw constant-velocity joint (1) up to stop.
Fit shims.
Attach propeller shaft with pulled-apart constant-velocity joint
to drive flange of rear differential.
Alternately tighten 2 opposing screws to draw constant-velocity
joint evenly into the input flange.
Replace ZNS bolts.
Tightening torque, 26 11 4AZ.
Installation:
Check centering mount (4).
Replace damaged centering mount.
Grease centering mount.
Grease,
Refer to BMW Service Operating Fluids.
RA Removing and installing complete propeller shaft (constant-velocity joint)
BMW AG - TIS
22.02.2013 19:16
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