33 41 151 Replacing left or right wheel bearing on rear axle shaft

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 BMW 550i GT, 2012 BMW 550i GT, 2011 BMW 550i GT, and 2010 BMW 550i GT. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Do not damage multipole impulse ring.

Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Bearing

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove DRIVE FLANGE FOR REAR AXLE SHAFT.
Remove TOE ARM FROM WHEEL CARRIER. (F01/F02/F04/F06/F10/F12/F13/F18)

NOTE:

Check brake pads and renew if necessary!

F07/F11 only:

Deactivate and drain AIR SPRING/SUSPENSION SYSTEM
Raise the wheel carrier with a workshop lift.

Release screws.

Tightening torque 33 41 2AZ .

Remove wheel bearing.

Installation note:

Replace screws.

Fig 2: Locating Wheel Bearing Screws

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note:

Keep contact surface (1) of wheel bearing and wheel carrier clean and free from oil and grease.

Fig 3: Identifying Wheel Bearing Contact Surface

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

After installation

Adjust PARKING BRAKE. (F01/F02/F04/F07)
Activate and fill AIR SPRING SYSTEM (F07/F11)