LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> BMW >> 2014 >> M6 2D Convertible, Standard Trans >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different car >> Section 667 (Steering And Wheel Alignment - Repair) >> Pump And Oil Supply >> 32 41... Instructions for removing and installing ear clips

32 41... Instructions for removing and installing ear clips

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 21 other vehicles, including the 2017 BMW 550i GT xDrive, 2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2017 BMW 535i GT, 2016 BMW 550i GT xDrive, and 2016 BMW 535i GT xDrive. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special tools required: 

NOTE: The work steps are show on assorted components.
Ear clip must always be replaced.

To remove an ear clip, place special tool 32 1 260 at right angles to ear and cut ear open.

Fig 1: Removing Ear Clip Using Special Tool
G09849255Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

The ear clip can be fitted not only axially but also radially after the hook fastener has been opened.

Fig 2: Identifying Ear Clip
G09837917Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Attach hook fastener and press ear together with special tool 32 1 260.

Fig 3: Attaching Hook Fastener And Pressing Ear Together Using Special Tool
G09849257Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

The diagonal cutting pliers of special tool 32 1 260 can be used in areas which are difficult to access.

Fig 4: Identifying Diagonal Cutting Pliers
G09837919Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
IMPORTANT: Gap (A) max. 1 mm!
Fig 5: Identifying Maximum Gap
G09849296Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.