Z Series E85 Z4 3.0i (M54) ROADST
Remove tension strut on final drive.
Support rear differential with transmission lifter and special tool
33 4 420 .
Important!
Observe distance between special tool 33 4 420 and dust
protection sleeve (1). Contact may be made with flange if
dust sleeve (1) is damaged or bent.
Consequence: noise!
If necessary, detach cable for ride level sensor from rear axle
bracket.
Replace rear screws (1) on left and right with special tool
31 1 150.
Note:
Screws of E38 front axle support (part number 9 900 223) can
be used instead of special tool 31 1 150.
Lower rear axle bracket with special tool 33 4 420 .
Clearance A=10 cm.
Installation:
Tightening torque, 33 33 3AZ
.
Damaged threads in body-side sleeves can be repaired with
Helicoil thread inserts. Install Helicoil thread inserts flush with
original thread.
Mark position of right bearing block to body with colored markings
(1). This simplifies subsequent toe-in adjustment.
Replace screw (2) with special tool 31 1 150.
Note:
Screws of E38 front axle support (part number 9 900 223) can
be used instead of special tool 31 1 150.
RA Removing and installing fuel tank
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