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E36, E39, E46 & E52

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NOTE: Caster is defined by design and cannot be adjusted except by correcting components which may be damaged or faulty.
  1. On E39 and E52, check if rubber mounts for tension/traction strut are defective and replace if necessary.
  2. On E39 and E52, check if tension/traction strut is misshaped and replace if necessary.
  3. On all vehicles, check if control arm is deformed and replace if necessary.
  4. On all vehicles, check if spring strut shock absorber is deformed and replace if necessary.
  5. On all vehicles, check if wheel house (spring strut mount) is deformed and repair front end if necessary.
  6. On all vehicles, check if there is distortion in floor assembly (engine carrier) and repair body if necessary.
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