5 Series E34 525td (M51) TOUR
Operation with special tool 00 8 500 (extractor fixture)
Check that circlip (1) is in correct installed position.
Slide in special tool 33 1 470 (feed mandrel) on the side without
circlip.
Place differential gear shaft with large opening on special tool and
press in until 1 to 2 cm of shaft is visible.
Fit special tool 00 8 500 (extractor fixture) to final drive basket.
Torque = 22 Nm
(threaded spindle diameters 18 mm and 20 mm)
Caution!
Lubricate center on differential gear shaft with oil before
application of the special tool.
Differential gear shaft must no longer be pushed back after
installation.
Always ensure that the last quarter of the torque (from approx.
17 Nm) is tightened at a uniform speed (i.e. smoothly and
evenly).
RA Replacing differential bevel gears (Type M) - final drive housing removed -
BMW AG - TIS
23.01.2013 07:45
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