3 Series E46 316i (M43TU) SAL
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1.
To prevent grating noises, cut away flange (1) at engine support
front section drilled out from engine support reinforcement up to
edge of engine support outer shell (2).
The engine support front section must not contact the engine
support reinforcement on the vehicle.
Check this without fail.
The welding spots set here as standard can no longer be set in
the repairs!
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2.
To achieve rigidity of the connection of the engine support front
section to the engine support reinforcement without the welding
spots on the removed flange, proceed as follows:
In the connection area to the engine support reinforcement
(marked area), drill additional holes on both sides for plug welding.
Make sure that additional holes for plug welding are likewise
drilled on both sides in area (1).
Caution!
Do not weaken component with too many holes!
For easier installation of engine support front section, bend up
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flange of separating wall reinforcement (1)
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edges of engine support rear section (2), (3).
RA Replacing engine support front section on right
BMW AG - TIS
19.01.2013 14:06
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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