BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Output shafts: Pressing output shaft out of drive flange and drawing in
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove REAR WHEEL .
Remove REAR AXLE FINAL DRIVE.
IMPORTANT: Always place a new circlip on the output shaft reinstalling!
If necessary, remove visual protection cap (1).
IMPORTANT: Expand anti-twist lock sufficiently to avoid damaging thread when rel ...