32 00 601 Adjusting toe-in on front axle

Attention!

Changes in axle geometry caused by accidents must under no circumstances be rectified by camber adjustment!

NOTE: Camber and toe-in influence each other. Adjust the toe-in first in order to simplify the adjustment procedure.
The camber adjustment is performed only with the replacement of the swivel bearing. There are various swivel bearings (+/-30') for this purpose.

See additional work for CAMBER CORRECTION AND APPLICABLE BMW PARTS CATALOGUE!

Firstly align steering by means of markings on cap (1) and steering gear (2).

Then bring steering wheel into straight-ahead position and secure with steering wheel arrester.

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Adjust toe-in:

Clean thread on track rod.

Loosen screw (2).

Turn track rod (3) to adjust toe-in to setpoint value, if necessary counterhold track rod end (1).

Tighten screw (2).

Tightening torque, refer to: 32 21 2AZ.

If necessary, correct installation position of gaiter.

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After Installation note:

Check directional stability of vehicle; if necessary, repeat toe-in adjustment
EPS steering: After adjustment work on the front axle/steering, "EPS start-up" must be carried out.