3 Series E46 316i (M43TU) SAL
32 21 151
Replacing left or right tie rod
Special tools required:
•
32 3 090
Necessary preliminary tasks:
•
Remove front wheel
After installation:
•
Perform chassis alignment check
•
Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment
Unfasten nut.
Force tie rod end off swivel bearing with special tool 32 3 090 .
Installation:
Keep journal on tie rod end and bore hole in swivel bearing clean
and free from grease.
Replace self-locking nut.
Tightening torque 32 21 3AZ
.
Determine measurement (A) to simplify following adjustment of
front axle.
Release clamping nut.
Screw off tie rod end; if necessary, grip tie rod with open-end
wrench.
Installation:
Check gaiter, replace if necessary.
Mount clamping ring (1).
Screw in tie-rod end to distance (A).
Tightening torque 32 21 5AZ
.
RA Replacing left or right tie rod
BMW AG - TIS
19.01.2013 12:41
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