Adjusting toe-in on front axle (X5 M)

NOTE: Camber and toe-in influence each other. Adjust the toe-in first in order to simplify the adjustment procedure.

Version with active front steering:

Align steering wheel
Set cumulative steering angle by means of the service function "Carry out initial operation/adjustment for active front steering" to "zero".
If necessary, secure with steering wheel arrester

Version without active steering:

Move steering into straight-ahead driving position by means of markings on cap (1) and steering box (2).

Align steering wheel and secure with steering wheel arrester.

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Clean thread on track rod.

Slacken clamping bolt (1).

Tightening torque 32 21 2AZ .

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Twist track rod end (1) to adjust toe-in to setpoint value; if necessary, counterhold track rod end (2).

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After Installation note:

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