Secure right output shaft with special tool 31 4 180 (X6 M)
Special tools required:
- 31 4 170
- 31 4 180
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove RIGHT MICROFILTER HOUSING COVER .
IMPORTANT:
Use special tool to avoid preliminary damage to the ball joint in the upper wishbone!
Press plugs out of spring strut dome.
Secure swivel bearing (1) with special tool 31 4 170 in installation position.
Press output shaft (1) out of the front axle differential with a suitable tool and pull it out approx. 6 cm.
Insert special tool 31 4 180 between output shaft (1) and bearing support (2) from above.
Installation note:
Slide output shaft to the limit position into front axle differential. Output shaft must snap audibly into place.
IMPORTANT:
High installation forces indicate that the gearing on the output shaft/rear axle final drive side gear are damaged/deformed!
Check spline teeth, replaced damaged parts.