Front axle — general information and device The front axle of a BMW car consists of a front axle beam, suspension struts, and wishbones. The anti-roll bar ensures better grip of the front wheels with the...
Removal and installation of an amortization rack Withdrawal Remove the brake caliper and secure it with wire to the body. Caution: The brake hose remains connected, otherwise the brake system must be bled...
Shock absorber device Figure W - 3614. Suspension strut 1 thrust bearing 2 Lug nut M8 3 Washer 4 Self-locking nut M12x1.5 5 Cap 6 O-ring 7 Washer 8 Spring cup 9 Top spring spacer 10...
Shock absorber check A defective shock absorber is identified by the following features: Long-term undamped vibrations of the body on uneven roads. Vehicle swaying with successive...
Rear axle — general information and device BMW cars have a rear axle with diagonal levers of independent wheel suspension. Suspension struts are used for suspension. The rear axle gearbox is located in...
Removal and installation of rear suspension struts Vehicles without clearance control Attention: Dismantling of an amortization rack see above. Withdrawal Limousine: Remove the back of the rear seat. Touring...
Removal and installation of a half shaft Withdrawal Loosen wheel bolts. Raise the back of the car. Remove wheel. Loosen the bolts securing the axle shaft to the differential gearbox using a 8 mm Allen...
Replacement of a corrugated cover of a half shaft Withdrawal Remove half shaft. Press out the sealing cover. Cut off the straps of the bellows with pliers. Remove retaining ring. Press off the cap of the...
Semi-axle device Figure W - 3817. Half shafts 1 Half shaft 2 Gasket 3 Bolt M10x50 4 Lid 5 Clamp 6 Clamp 7 Lid