7 Series E38 750iL (M73) SAL
31 10 000
Removing and installing complete front axle
(with spring strut shock absorber)
Disconnect battery,
refer to instructions on connecting and disconnecting
battery MG 12
Suspend engine in installation position with special tool.
Described in:
Removing oil sump.
Remove left or right brake disc,
refer to 34 11 220.
Disconnect plug connection for brake lining wear indicator and left
or right ABS impulse sensors.
Unscrew and remove splash guard.
Unfasten left and right engine mounts from front axle support.
Engine M57:
Detach left and right mounting brackets from front axle support.
Unfasten nut.
Press track rod off pitman arm and left steering knuckle with
special tool 32 1 190.
Installation:
Tapered spigot and bore free of grease. Replace self-locking
nut.
Tightening Torque,
refer to Technical Data 32 21 3AZ.
Remove steering gear from front axle support.
Installation:
Replace self-locking nuts.
Draw in steering gear on screw (1) until it abuts the front axle
support and only tighten hand-tight. First tighten screws (2)
then tighten screw (1).
Tightening Torque,
refer to Technical Data 32 00 1AZ.
RA Removing and installing complete front axle (with spring strut shock absorber)
BMW AG - TIS
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