BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Propeller shaft, general
PROPELLER SHAFT DEFLECTION ANGLES
IMPORTANT: Specifications on propeller shaft deflection angles for the F series are only possible on request with the vehicle identification number of the problem vehicle via PuMA.
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).
Specified grease
GREASE FOR PROPELLER SHAFT (FLEXIBLE COUPLING (RUBBER DOUGHNUT) CENTER
BEARING AND SPLINE END)
Use one of the following greases for greasing the pro ...
Propeller shaft assembly
OVERVIEW (PROPELLER SHAFT FITTED, UNIVERSAL JOINT)
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BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > 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 centra ...
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