BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Replacing center mount gaiter
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove PROPELLER SHAFT.
NOTE: The propeller shaft is balanced.
The front and rear propeller shafts must be reassembled in the same position.
Detach gaiter (1) from groove (2).
Mark front propeller shaft (3) and rear propeller shaft (4) in one plane.
Pull apart propeller shaft.
Installation note: If necessary, insert new clamping ring (1) into front propeller shaft (2).
Release gaiter (1) with screwdriver from groove (2) and pull off over longitudinal splines.
Installation note: Apply an even coating of grease to longitudinal splines on shaft.
Observe markings and force front propeller shaft onto longitudinal splines (markings must be flush).
Push gaiter (1) during installation into groove (2) and make sure it is firmly fitted.
Removing and installing/replacing front centring mount for propeller shaft
Special tools required:
00 5 500
11 1 310
11 2 030
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove PROPELLER SHAFT.
Completely fill centring bor ...
Replacing flexible disc for front propeller shaft
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove PROPELLER SHAFT at transmission and center bearing.
Remove complete propeller shaft (F06, F10, F12, F13 - S6 ...
Other materials:
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Zf transmissions: GA8HP45Z
E84 with N20 engine
The transmission fluid has a Condition Based Service interval of approximately 100, 000 miles; refer to S.I.
B00 07 02 for further information. Never mix any other oil with this transmission fluid when doing repairs or
topping up.
Shell M-L12108, BMW Part No. 83 22 2 1 ...
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