Special tools required:
IMPORTANT: After completion of the repair work, check gearbox oil level.
For these transfer boxes, use approved TRANSMISSION OIL only.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove protective cap (1) with a screwdriver.
Drive a hole into radial shaft seal (1) using a center punch (2).
IMPORTANT: Do not use a drill as swarf may result in transmission malfunction.
Screw in special tool 23 0 490 .
Drive out radial shaft seal (1) with impact weight (2).
Drive in radial shaft seal with special tool 27 1 470 or 83 30 2 318 114. (Observe diameter of radial shaft seal)
Reassemble the vehicle.
Check oil level.
Check gearbox for leaks
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Body repair instructions: Checklist for front seat
Event
Check
Action
Has at least one belt tensioner
and/or one side airbag been
activated?
Yes
Check 1 (when installed):
Check all seat adjustment options of
both front seats.
There must be no stiff movement,
sticking or other functional problems or
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