X Series E70 X5 3.0Sd (M57T2) OFFRD
Version with ride-height control:
Deactivate and drain air spring/suspension system
Important!
Do not use any tools to remove the lower section of the air
spring (1).
Tilt lower section of air spring (1) by hand towards front/side.
Installation:
Press lower section of air spring (1) by hand into wheel carrier
until it can be seen and heard to snap into place.
Note:
The plug connections on the right side are shown.
Partially detach rear wheel arch cover.
Only on right side: Detach plug connection (1) for brake pad wear
sensor and expose line up to control arm.
Detach plug connection (2) for pulse generator and expose lines
up to control arm.
Version with Vertical Dynamics Management: Detach both plug
connections (3) for shock absorber and expose lines up to control
arm.
Press clutch pedal down to floor and secure with pedal support.
Note:
The pedal support may only be released when the brake lines are
reconnected.
This prevents brake fluid from emerging from the expansion tank
and air from entering the system when the brake lines are opened.
Position an oil tray underneath to catch brake fluid.
Release banjo bolts (1), gripping brake hoses (2) at square
head in the process.
Disconnect brake hoses (2) and seal off with plugs.
Installation:
Make sure brake hose is laid without tension and with sufficient
spacing to adjoining components.
Tightening torque 34 32 1AZ
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RA Removing and installing complete rear axle carrier
BMW AG - TIS
05.02.2013 05:32
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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