IMPORTANT:
- The toe link must be installed with the opening (U-section) facing downward!
- If the toe link is bent, the control arm/wheel carrier screw connection must be renewed.
NOTE: If the toe link is detached from the rear axle support, it will be necessary to carry out the wheel alignment procedure .
Necessary preliminary work:
Open clips and remove cable for pulse generator.
Installation note:
Replace defective clamps.
Release screw (1).
Installation note:
Replace screw.
The toe link must be installed with the opening (U-section) facing downward! Tighten down screw connection in NORMAL POSITION .
Mark position of eccentric adjustment washer to rear axle support to simplify subsequent adjustment of rear axle.
Release nut (2) and remove screw.
Installation note:
Replace nut.
Tighten down screw connection in NORMAL POSITION .
Installation note: When installing, ensure that the tapered side of the bearing bush is connected first toward the wheel carrier.
After installation:
BMW X3 Owners Manual > Cockpit: All around the steering wheel
Rear window safety switch
Power windows
Exterior mirror operation
Opening and closing the
tailgate
Unlocking central locking
system
Locking central locking system
Lights
Front fog lights
Parking lights
Low beams
Automatic headlight
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