5 Series E60 520d (N47) SAL
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Troubleshooting after wheel/chassis alignment check on rear axle
Substandard roadholding, atypical noises, tyres worn on one side and toe/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.
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
Camber/toe deviation
Rubber mount/ball joint of control or
guide arm faulty
Replace control or guide arm
Control or guide arm deformed
Replace control or guide arm
Ball joint in wheel carrier faulty
Replace ball joint
Integral link deformed
Replace integral link
Rubber mount of swinging arm faulty Replace swinging arm
Swinging arm deformed
Replace swinging arm
Rubber mount of rear axle carrier
faulty
Replace rubber mount
Rear axle carrier deformed
Replace rear axle carrier
Rear-wheel position incorrect
Rear axle carrier laterally
displaced/skewed
Replace rubber mount
RA Troubleshooting after wheel/chassis alignment check on rear axle
BMW AG - TIS
23.01.2013 18:38
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