Removal & Installation (Air Suspension)
- Disconnect fuse on air supply system so that there is no unintentional system regulation. Slacken pipes on distributor block so as to reduce system pressure.
- Remove wheel.
- Unfasten nut for upper control arm to wheel carrier. Brace on hex head if necessary. See Fig 1.
- Open flaps (1) on line holder (2). Unhook lines. Release nut and remove plastic shim (3). See Fig 2.
- Release nut (1) and remove screw. Take off control arm. See Fig 3.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Note insertion direction of bolt. Replace nut. See Fig 3. Tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
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- When installing line holder it must be replaced. Pay attention to routing of lines.
- When installing upper control arm to wheel carrier, ensure tapered pin and bore are free of grease. Replace nut and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
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Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.