BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: 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).
Propeller shaft assembly
OVERVIEW (PROPELLER SHAFT FITTED, UNIVERSAL JOINT)
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Removing and installing universal joint propeller shaft (inserted)
completely
Special tools required:
00 9 120
00 9 130
33 0 080
33 5 070
IMPORTANT:
On four-wheel drive vehicles with defective, non-engagi ...
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BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Rear axle repair instructions: Safety instructions for handling oil
WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin!
RISK OF INJURY if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!
Recycling:
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
Measures if oil is unintentionally released:
Personal precautionary measures: Danger of slip ...