31 11 001 Replacing font axle support
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 BMW 330i xDrive and 2017 BMW 330i xDrive. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Danger of injury!
Failure to comply with the following instructions may result in the vehicle slipping off the lifting platform and critically injuring other persons.
When supporting components, make sure that:
Failure to comply with the following instructions may result in the vehicle slipping off the lifting platform and critically injuring other persons.
When supporting components, make sure that:
- the vehicle can no longer be raised or lowered
- the vehicle does not lift off the locating plates on the vehicle hoist.
IMPORTANT:
Before lowering/removing front axle support:
Observe SAFETY INFORMATION on raising the vehicle.
In order to avoid damage to vehicle hoist, perform weight compensation on vehicle.
Load spring strut domes with sand bags.
Observe SAFETY INFORMATION on raising the vehicle.
In order to avoid damage to vehicle hoist, perform weight compensation on vehicle.
Load spring strut domes with sand bags.
WARNING:
Secure engine in installation position with special tool to prevent it from falling down.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Secure engine in installation position.
- Disconnect the BATTERY EARTH LEAD .
- Remove the FRONT WHEELS.
- Remove steering shaft from steering gear.
- Remove the ANTI-ROLL BAR LINKS FROM ANTI-ROLL BAR .
- Remove the BOTH TRACK RODS FROM SWIVEL BEARING .
- Remove the WISHBONE FROM FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
- Remove the TRAILING LINKS FROM FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
The subsequent procedure is described under "LOWERING/RAISING FRONT AXLE SUPPORT ".
Remove heat shield(s) from front axle support.
Modify engine mount (1).
Modify STEERING GEAR (2)
Modify the ANTI-ROLL BAR (3).
Replace foam seal (4).
Installation note:
Use previous front axle support as a template for modifying or replacing small parts.
After installation:
- Carry out WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE.