BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Replacing a ball joint in lower steering stub/wheel carrier
Special tools required:
- 0 496 553
- 2 293 777
- 2 293 775
- 2 293 776
- 0 496 554
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove CAMBER ARM.
- Remove TRAILING ARM.
Pull out ball joint: Pull out ball joint with special tools 0 496 553, 2 293 777 , 2 293 775 and 0 496 553 in direction of travel (F).
Pull out ball joint: Pull in ball joint (1) with special tools in direction of travel 0 496 553, 2 293 777 , 2 293 776 and 0 496 554 until limit position.
After installation:
- Carry out wheel alignment procedure .
Removing and installing/replacing left or right toe arm
IMPORTANT:
The toe link must be installed with the opening (U-section) facing downward!
If the toe link is bent, the control arm/wheel carrier ...
Replacing a control arm
Release screw.
Installation note:
Replace screw.
Tighten down screw connection in NORMAL POSITION .
IMPORTANT:
When installing, ensure th ...
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BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Front axle repair instructions: Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin
Danger of poisoning!
Ingesting oil or absorbing through the skin may cause poisoning!
Possible symptoms are:
Headaches
Dizziness
Stomach aches
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Cramps/fits
Unconsciousness
Protective measures/rules of conduct:
Pour oil only into appropriately marked contain ...