BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Propeller shaft, general
PROPELLER SHAFT DEFLECTION ANGLES
IMPORTANT: Specifications on propeller shaft deflection angles for the F series are only possible on request with the vehicle identification number of the problem vehicle via PuMA.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT
IMPORTANT: Do not move vehicle under its own drive power once propeller shaft has been removed.
IMPORTANT: On four-wheel drive vehicles with defective, non-engaging drive, it is imperative that the following information is taken account of.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove underbody protection at front and rear .
- Remove REINFORCEMENT PLATE .
Release screws.
Installation note: Replace ZNS bolts.
Slide propeller shaft towards rear and remove.
Installation note:
Slide propeller shaft fully towards rear.
Sealing cup (1) must snap audibly into place and rest entirely on dust guard (2).
Specified grease
GREASE FOR PROPELLER SHAFT (FLEXIBLE COUPLING (RUBBER DOUGHNUT) CENTER
BEARING AND SPLINE END)
Use one of the following greases for greasing the pro ...
Propeller shaft assembly
OVERVIEW (PROPELLER SHAFT FITTED, UNIVERSAL JOINT)
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Other materials:
BMW X3 Owners Manual > Tire inflation pressure: Tire inflation pressures up to 100 mph/160 km/h
For speeds of up to 100 mph/160 km/h and for
optimum driving comfort, note the pressure
values in the tire inflation pressure table, and adjust as necessary.
These pressure values can also be found on
the tire inflation pressure label on the driver's
door pillar.
Maximum permissible speed
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