33 32 091 Replacing A Guide Arm
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 BMW X5, 2009 BMW X5, 2008 BMW X5, and 2007 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
If the guide arm is detached from the rear axle carrier, it is necessary after reinstallation to carry out a wheel/chassis alignment check.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove rear wheel.
- Deactivate and empty air spring system . See 37 00 100 DRAINING/FILLING AIR SPRING SYSTEM .
Unscrew nut (1).
Remove guide arm (2) from wheel carrier.
Installation:
Keep guide arm to wheel carrier connection clean and free from oil and grease.
Replace self-locking nut.
Tightening torque. See REAR AXLE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .
Mark position of eccentric screw (4) to rear axle carrier.
Release nut (1) and remove eccentric washer (2).
Pull out eccentric screw (4) and remove guide arm (3).
Installation:
Refit eccentric washer.
Replace self-locking nut.
Align eccentric screw by means of marking to rear axle carrier.
Tighten bolt connection in normal position .
Tightening torque. See REAR AXLE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .
After installation:
- Perform CHASSIS ALIGNMENT CHECK