Special tools required:
NOTE: If the wishbone is detached from the front axle support, it will be necessary to carry out the wheel alignment procedure.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
IMPORTANT: The radial shaft seal for the output shaft should be replaced every time the output shaft is removed and installed.
IMPORTANT: Circlip (1) in the bearing support/front differential must be replaced when fitting the output shaft!
If necessary, remove visual protection cap (1).
Release collar bolt (1), press brake pedal to floor for this purpose.
Installation note:
IMPORTANT: Note on installation must be observed without fail!
Installation note:
Detach TIE ROD END FROM SWIVEL BEARING .
Release WISHBONE ON FRONT AXLE CARRIER.
Turn swivel bearing to one side.
Remove output shaft from swivel bearing/wheel bearing.
Front differential: Knock out output shaft (2) from the front axle differential with an aluminium drift (1).
Installation note: Renew RADIAL SHAFT SEAL IN FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL.
Coat sealing lips with front differential oil.
Replace circlip and slide in output shaft, overcoming resistance of circlip. Output shaft must snap audibly into place.
IMPORTANT: High installation forces indicate that the gearing on the output shaft/rear axle final drive side gear are damaged/deformed! Check gearing and replace components if damaged.
Bearing support: Press output shaft with special tool 31 5 110 out of bearing support and remove.
Installation note: Replace SHAFT SEAL IN BEARING SUPPORT and coat sealing lips with front differential oil.
Replace circlip and slide in output shaft, overcoming resistance of circlip. Output shaft must snap audibly into place.
IMPORTANT: High installation forces indicate that the gearing on the output shaft/rear axle final drive side gear are damaged/deformed! Check gearing and replace components if damaged.
After installation:
REPLACING AN OUTPUT SHAFT GAITER (ON TRANSMISSION SIDE) (OUTPUT SHAFT REMOVED)
NOTE: Procedure is described in BOTH OUTPUT SHAFT GAITERS.
BMW X3 Owners Manual > Power windows: Safety switch
General information
The safety switch in the driver's door can be
used to prevent children, e.g., from opening
and closing the rear windows using the
switches in the rear.
Switching on and off
Press button.
The LED lights up if the safety function
is switched on.
Safety switch for rear ...