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Support rear differential with workshop jack and special tool 
33 4 420 .

Important!

Observe gap between special tool  33 4 420  and dust
plates (1).

To avoid grinding noises, make sure the dust plates (1) are
not damaged (e.g. bent).

Partially release heat shield and press downwards slightly.

Unfasten screws.

Release nut and pull out screw towards rear.

Remove vent line from rear differential.

Slowly lower workshop jack and remove rear differential towards
rear.

Important!

Adhere to the following note on installation in order to prevent
distortion of the rear differential during installation and thereby
avoid potential complaints about noise.

RA  Removing and installing/replacing rear differential

BMW AG - TIS

12.02.2013  07:45

Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued

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