BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Mobile table lift

BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual / Suspension / 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 tipping) and secure against shifting.

Follow the operating instructions from the equipment manufacturer.

The mobile table lift is used for collision repairs and when removing large engines.

Adaptations for mounting front axle with engine and transmission.

Suspension

Release star knob screw on working plate (B) of table lift; the working surface (B) can be extended by approx. 310 mm.

Release all push-pull clamps and the working plates can be shifted by approx. 20 mm.

Working plate (A and B) can be raised and lowered by 3Âº on the long side and by 5Âº on the transverse side.

Working plate (A and B) is subdivided by a coordinate system and a possible installation position is recommended in the respective repair manual.

Suspension

IMPORTANT: Follow the operating instructions from the equipment manufacturer.

Lifting the vehicle using a vehicle hoist

WARNING: Danger to life! Read and follow operating instructions for vehicle hoist. Do not exceed approved load-carrying capacity and load distribu ...

Notes on repairing threads (A)

IMPORTANT: Install Helicoil thread inserts so that they are flush with the original thread! NOTE: Damaged threads may be repaired with Helicoil ...

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