5 Series E39 525td (M51) SAL
Mark the installation position of the spring strut tube (1) in the
swivel bearing (2) with paint - never mark with scribing tool.
Marking is not required if the factory mark is still identifiable.
R = installation position of right spring strut tube
L = installation position of left spring strut tube
Version with factory marking above the swivel bearing.
Unfasten nut.
Expand swivel bearing with special tool 31 2 200 and pull
swivel bearing downwards.
Installation:
Press swivel bearing upwards to stop with workshop hoist and
note marking of installation position.
Replace self-locking nut. Tightening Torque,
refer to Technical Data 31 21 4AZ.
Unfasten screws and remove wheel bearing.
RA Replacing front wheel bearing (wheel hub) (Basis)
BMW AG - TIS
20.02.2013 01:11
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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