BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Zf rack-and-pinion steering
NOTE: The hydraulic fluid reservoirs are marked on the rim of the reservoir and/or the reservoir cap to show which type of oil can be used: ATF oil or Pentosin CHF oil.
The ZF rack-and-pinion steering has lifetime lubrication and is thus maintenance-free.
For topping up/filling hydraulic system:
POWER STEERING OIL
NOTE: Vehicles with AFS/ARS (Dynamic Drive / Active Steering / Active Roll Stabilization) are filled as standard with Pentosin CHF 11S.
In case of repair, the affected steering components must be lubricated with the following grease:
COMPONENT GREASE
NOTE: Calypsol D 4024-OK is a sodium-saponified, cold-resistant grease whose lubricity ranges from -30 ºC to +75 ºC.
E24, e28, e32, e34, and e38
E24, E28 produced prior to 9/87
Pentosin CHF 4548 was used for initial factory filling.
For filling up and replacement the following oil is to be ...
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BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Front axle repair instructions: Mobile table lift
WARNING: Danger of injury!
Before beginning work, position table lift with the lower frame securely on the
floor.
Danger area around mechanism below platform.
Do not reach into or step into the danger area.
Note permissible bearing capacity of table lift.
Mount load centrally (danger of ...