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33 41... Detaching wheel bearing inner ring from drive flange (drive flange removed)

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Special tools required: 

IMPORTANT: Thrust piece 33 4 409 must not be removed!

Insert pliers 33 4 407 into special tool 33 4 401.

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Position special tool 33 4 401 in conjunction with 33 4 407 on drive flange.

IMPORTANT: Pliers 33 4 407 must be positions in the groove between the drive flange and wheel bearing inner ring.
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Pull special tool 33 4 401 together with rings 33 4 403 and 33 4 404 until the pliers 33 4 407 are fitted flush in the groove between the drive flange and wheel bearing inner ring.

Unscrew spindle 33 4 402 as far as is possible.

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Use special tool, see BMW Workshop Catalogue  .

The following work steps describe pulling off the wheel bearing inner ring: 

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The following tools are required for detachment, consult graphic for arrangement:

Vehicle components: 

I Drive flange hub
II Wheel bearing inner ring

Required components for all models and types: 

F3 Spindle M24 (length 270 mm)
1 Hydraulic unit
E3 Washer M24
C1 Holding sleeve
B1 Adapter
33 4 400 Special tool

* Components specific to model and type: 

K2 Screws M14 x 1.5