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00...... Raising vehicle with trolley jack (vehicle equipped with jacking point)

WARNING: Vehicles without jacking points (located in the middle of the front axle carrier) must not be raised or moved with the trolley jack!
Use only BMW-distributed/approved trolley jacks which have rubber plate contact points.
Trolley jacks must be regularly serviced and always checked for functional reliability before they are used!
To prevent the vehicle from slipping off the trolley jack, check the rubber plate for damage prior to each use.

Raising vehicle at front:

If necessary, remove front spoiler/spoiler lip. See 51 11 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING COMPLETE FRONT BUMPER (FROM 10/01)

E67: Fit jacking point (purchase of part by way of Electronic Parts Catalogue).

Slide trolley jack under vehicle at front middle until the rubber contact plate is situated below the jacking point.

Raise vehicle with trolley jack.

Fig 1: Raising Vehicle At Front Using Trolley Jack
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Raising vehicle at rear:

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage: Raising the vehicle at the rear differential is not permitted!