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Detaching wheel bearing inner ring from drive flange (drive flange removed) (4' Series Coupe/Convertible, 4' Series Gran Coupe Sedan)

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