33 55 000 Removing and installing/replacing rear stabilizer
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 2013 BMW 128i, 2012 BMW 128i, 2011 BMW 128i, 2010 BMW 128i, and 2009 BMW 128i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IMPORTANT:
M3:
When installing the stabilizer, make sure the two rubber mount halves are correctly installed and correctly engaged on both sides (in the retaining bracket).
When installing the stabilizer, make sure the two rubber mount halves are correctly installed and correctly engaged on both sides (in the retaining bracket).
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove both Rear Coil Springs .
- Remove Left Control Arm On Wheel Carrier .
- Remove both Stabilizer Links From Stabilizer .
- Lower Rear Axle Carrier .
NOTE:
To simplify the picture, stabilizer removal is shown on the removed rear axle.
Release screws (1).
Remove both rubber mounts from stabilizer .
Turn stabilizer (2) and remove sideways.
Installation:
Check both rubber mounts for damage , replace if necessary.
See Tightening torque 33 55 1AZ in 33 55 STABILIZER BAR .
After installation:
- Bleed braking system .