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Removing and installing/replacing left or right
output shaft

Warning!

Scalding hazard!

Only perform the following tasks after the vehicle has cooled
down.

Apply handbrake.

Remove rear wheel.

Version with ride-height control: Deactivate and drain air
spring/suspension system

Unscrew collar nut.

Installation:

Replace collar nut, apply a light coating of oil to contact surface
and tighten down.

Tightening torque 33 41 3AZ

.

Secure collar nut by peening on flat areas of output shaft.

M54, M62: Remove rear muffler from centre muffler.

M57, M57TU, N62: Remove exhaust system.

RA  Removing and installing/replacing left or right output shaft

BMW AG - TIS

03.02.2013  23:01

Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued

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