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Home >> BMW >> 2021 >> 840i 2D Convertible >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Drivelines & Axles >> Axle Shafts >> Rear Axle -- Repair (2 Of 2) (G14, G15, & G16) >> 33 33 Rear Axle Mounting >> 33 33 001 Replacing left or right rear axle support thrust arm (all 8' series convertible models) >> Remove thrust arm

Remove thrust arm

WARNING: Vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist if the vehicle hoist is handled incorrectly  .
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries! 
NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Damage to components on the rear axle  .
Removing both thrust arms simultaneously may lead to serious damage to the rear axle  .
  • Only remove or replace thrust arms individually.
  • When lowering or removing the rear axle: Support the rear axle support before both thrust arms are removed.

Preliminary work 

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Damage to components on the rear axle  .
Removing both thrust arms simultaneously! may lead to serious damage to the rear axle  .
  • Only remove or replace thrust arms individually.
  • When lowering or removing the rear axle: Support the rear axle support before both thrust arms are removed.
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