3 Series E46 316i (N42) TOUR
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Troubleshooting after wheel/chassis alignment check on front axle
Substandard roadholding, atypical noises, tyres worn on one side and toe-in/camber values which deviate from the
nominal value are all indicators of damage to the suspension caused by road traffic accidents or similar impacts.
To carry out proper repairs, you must follow the procedure set out in the troubleshooting table below depending on the
condition of the vehicle in question.
You must also follow the rules and guidelines for accident-related repairs to the steering gear.
Note:
If after chassis/suspension components have been replaced adjustment of camber/track alignment is not possible, the
vehicle must be placed on the straightening bench
Fault
Cause
Remedy
Toe deviation
Tie rod end worn
Replace tie rod end
Tie rod bent
Replace tie rod
Track arm on steering knuckle bent
Replace steering knuckle
Rubber mount of control arm faulty
Replace rubber mount
Ball joint/supporting joint of control
arm worn
Replace control arm or ball joint
Camber deviation
Rubber mount of control arm faulty
Replace rubber mount
Ball joint/supporting joint of control
arm worn
Replace control arm or ball joint
Control arm deformed
Replace control arms
Spring strut/piston rod of shock
absorber deformed
Replace front spring strut
Ride height between driver's and
passenger sides different
Check load, correct if necessary
Replace coil spring
Front axle carrier deformed
Replace front axle carrier
Caster deviation
Note:
Caster is defined by design and
cannot be adjusted
Rubber mount of control arm faulty
Replace rubber mount
Ball joint/supporting joint of control
arm worn
Replace control arm or ball joint
Control arm deformed
Replace control arms
Spring strut/piston rod of shock
absorber deformed
Replace front spring strut
Front axle carrier deformed
Replace front axle carrier
RA Troubleshooting after wheel/chassis alignment check on front axle
BMW AG - TIS
21.01.2013 16:22
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