5 Series E39 530i (M54) SAL
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26 01 96 (038)
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01/1996
Installation instructions for constant velocity joint
E39, E38, E31
Situation:
The assembly instructions for attaching the propeller shaft to the final drive have been
modified as sometimes leaks arose at the constant velocity joint when the previous method
was used.
Affected
vehicles:
E39, E38, E31
Procedure:
The Repair Instructions have been revised. It is essential you adhere to the new procedure.
E39 Repair Instructions, 2611000
E38 Repair Instructions, 2611000
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Pull the constant velocity joint (1) out to the limit. It should not be pushed together
during fitting as the grease can force the gasket out of position, which may cause a
leak as it may no longer form a perfect seal.
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Degrease the sealing surfaces of the constant velocity joint and input flange.
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Replace the gasket (2). The nuts should be renewed.
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By tightening two opposite nuts equally you can ensure the constant velocity joint
meets the drive flange evenly. It is only permitted to tighten the remaining nuts and
carry out the remaining work on the propeller shaft once this first step has been carried
out.
Tightening torque, refer to Technical Data 26 11 4AZ
SI Installation instructions for constant velocity joint E39 E38 E31
BMW AG - TIS
20.02.2013 09:21
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