IMPORTANT: Aluminum-magnesium materials.
No steel screws/bolts may be used due to the threat of electrochemical corrosion.
A magnesium crankcase requires aluminum screws/bolts exclusively.
Aluminum screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are released .
Aluminum screws/bolts are permitted with and without color coding (blue).
For reliable identification: Aluminum screws/bolts are not magnetic .
Jointing torque and angle of rotation must be observed without fail (risk of damage) .
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Unlock connector (1) and remove.
Unfasten nut.
Remove positive battery cable (2).
Release screw (1).
Installation note:
Replace aluminum screws.
Unfasten screws (2).
Installation note:
Replace aluminum screws.
Remove starter motor (3).
Installation note:
Check starter pinion and ring gear for damage. Replace starter motor if necessary.
Assemble engine.
Only during starter replacement and on vehicles with MSA (automatic engine start-stop function):
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Front axle repair instructions: Raising vehicle with trolley jack
Observe the following trolley-jack-related instructions:
1. Only trolley jacks sold or approved by BMW, with a rubber plate on their mounting, may be used!
2. Trolley jacks must be regularly serviced and always checked for functional reliability before they are
used!
3. Check the rubber plate ...