51 64 020 Removing and installing/replacing the top rear connection (connection of both wheel arches at front)
WARNING:
Risk of burning!
Only perform work after engine has cooled down.
Only perform work after engine has cooled down.
IMPORTANT:
Driving without the connection is not permitted. (risk of damage to the body).
Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove side engine compartment lid gasket mounting in working area. See 51 76 035 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID SEAL LOCATOR .
Release screws (1). (Not for M5/M6 model)
Tightening torque 51 61 1AZ .
Unfasten screws (2).
Tightening torque 51 61 3AZ .
Release screws (3).
Tightening torque 51 61 5AZ .
Release screws (4).
Release screw (5).
Tightening torque 51 61 6AZ .
Raise front connection (6) together with rear connection (7).
NOTE:
Shown removed here for purposes of clarity.
Raise front/rear connection (1) and disengage Bowden cable (2) at marked points.
Remove front/rear connection (1) with suspension cross-braces.
Raise front/rear connection (1) and disengage Bowden cable (2) at marked points.
Remove front/rear connection (1) with suspension cross-braces.
Replacement
Modify suspension cross-brace on left and right. (Not for M5/M6 model)
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 51 61 4AZ .
Detach rear connection (2) from front connection (3).
Installation note:
Guide lug secures rear connection (2) to front connection (3).
Only if replacing front connection (1):
Modify clips (2).