Necessary preliminary tasks:
Release nut (1) and remove cable.
Release nut (2) and remove the positive battery cable.
Release cable at clamp (3) from starter motor.
Release screws (1), (2) and (3).
Remove starter motor.
Installation note:
Observe screwing sequence.
Position and secure starter motor. Tighten down screws (1) and (2). Tighten down support screw (3).
Installation note:
Check starter pinion and ring gear for damage.
Replace damaged starter motor.
Assemble engine.
Only during starter replacement and on vehicles with MSA (automatic engine start-stop function):
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Front axle: Fork
Fork Mechanical tool
NOTE: (Press-off fork) For pressing the output shaft off of the front axle differential
(all-wheel drive vehicles)
SI number
01 17 05 (212)
Fork AM
NOTE: (Separating fork)
Fork AM
NOTE:
(Separating fork) for separating the conical seat at the wheel guide joint from ...