IMPORTANT:
- The RADIAL SHAFT SEAL FOR THE OUTPUT SHAFT should be renewed every time the output shaft is removed and installed.
- The circlip of the output shaft must be replaced after re-installation.
NOTE: The procedure is described in PRESSING OUTPUT SHAFT OUT OF DRIVE FLANGE AND DRAWING IN.
After installation:
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT OUTPUT SHAFT
IMPORTANT: The RADIAL SHAFT SEAL FOR THE OUTPUT SHAFT should be renewed every time the output shaft is removed and installed.
The circlip of the output shaft must be replaced after re-installation.
NOTE: The procedure is described in REMOVING AND INSTALLING STEERING STUB/WHEEL CARRIER.
After installation:
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Spring strut: Removing and installing complete left or right spring strut shock absorber
Special tools required:
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Installation note:
All screws, nuts, bolts and hose clamps removed during the repair must be replaced.
Retaining elements on chassis and suspension and steering parts must be replaced.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Detach OUTPUT SHAFT from wh ...