BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin

Danger of poisoning! Ingesting oil or absorbing through the skin may cause poisoning!

Possible symptoms are:

• Headaches
• Dizziness
• Stomach aches
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Cramps/fits
• Unconsciousness

Protective measures/rules of conduct:

• Pour oil only into appropriately marked containers
• Do not pour oil into drinking vessels (drinks bottles, glasses, cups or mugs)
• Observe country-specific safety regulations

First aid measures:

• Do not induce vomiting.

  If the person affected is still conscious, he/she must rinse out their mouth with water, drink plenty of water and consult a doctor immediately.

  If the person affected is unconscious, do not administer anything by mouth, place the person in the recovery position and seek immediate medical attention.

FRONT AXLE + STEERING: WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK MUST BE CARRIED OUT AFTER THE FOLLOWING WORK

A WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK must be carried out after the following work:

Release the following screw connections:

• Steering box to front axle support
• Lower wishbone to front axle support
• Track rod end to track rod

Replace the following components:

• Steering box (1)
• Front axle support (2)
• Wishbone, bottom (3)
• Swivel bearing (4)
• Track rod end (5)
• Track rod (6)

GENERAL CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION DEFINITIONS