Removing engine bridge
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- Lower the engine by 10 mm by turning the spindle 2 361 506 (00 6 103).
Tightening engine support bracket on the engine mounts on left and right
- Tighten the screw (1) on the engine support bracket at the right side.TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine mount to engine support bracket Screw M12x1.5x40 Tightening torque 100 Nm - Tighten the screw (1) on the engine support bracket on the left.
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Engine mount to engine support bracket | ||
|---|---|---|
| Screw M12x1.5x40 | Tightening torque | 100 Nm |
Install the rear section of the front wheel arch cover on the left and right
NOTE:
Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
Install the rear section of the front wheel arch cover
NOTE:
To provide a better overview: Schematic diagram with partially hidden components.
- Guide the wheel arch cover (1) in.
- Tighten screws (arrows).
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Wheel arch cover | |
|---|---|
| screw | 3 Nm |
| Plastic nut | 2.6 Nm |
Install the cover of the steering assembly on the left and right
NOTE:
Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
Install the cover of the steering assembly
NOTE:
To provide a better overview: Schematic diagram with partially hidden components.
- Insert the cover (1).
- Tighten all bolts (arrows).
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Cover, steering unit | ||
|---|---|---|
| screw | Tightening torque | 3 Nm |
Install the front left and right wheels
NOTE:
Perform the steps on the left and right side.
Mounting the wheel
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The contact surface between the brake disc and the wheel rim must be clean and free from oil and grease. There is otherwise a risk of the wheel becoming loose at a later time.
The contact surface between the brake disc and the wheel rim must be clean and free from oil and grease. There is otherwise a risk of the wheel becoming loose at a later time.
- Remove dirt, grease residues and corrosion from the contact surface with a drill and the special tool 2 344 011
.
Do not operate special tool 2 344 011 with an impact screwdriver.
- Degrease the contact surfaces with the universal cleaner (see BMW Group Parts Catalogue).
- In the event of grease residues in the area of the wheel bolt holes, remove and clean the brake disk.
- Remove dirt, grease residues and corrosion from the contact surface with a drill and the special tool 2 344 011 .
- Do not operate special tool 2 344 011 with an impact screwdriver.
- Degrease the contact surfaces with the universal cleaner (see BMW Group Parts Catalogue).
- Check if the mounting bolt (1) has been fitted correctly for the brake disk.
The mounting bolt (1) for the brake disk cannot protrude on the contact surface (2) between the brake disk and the rim.
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Do not grease the wheel hubs and wheel centering in models G80, G82 and G83. - Lightly grease the wheel centering (1) in the rim.CONSUMABLE DESCRIPTION
Brake block paste
* TU = Trade Unit. TU numbers cannot be ordered! For invoicing purposes only.3 g, Bag 83192158851 100 g, Tube 83192158852 5 g, TU* 83230140233 NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Do not grease the wheel hubs and wheel centering in models G80, G82 and G83. - Apply a thin layer of grease to the front and rear wheel hubs (1) to protect against corrosion.CONSUMABLE DESCRIPTION
Brake block paste
* TU = Trade Unit. TU numbers cannot be ordered! For invoicing purposes only.3 g, Bag 83192158851 100 g, Tube 83192158852 5 g, TU* 83230140233 NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
A wheel lifter is recommended for easier wheel removal and installation without exertion (see Dealer Equipment Catalogue). - In vehicles with M Carbon ceramic brake: The wheel lifter must be used to install the wheel.
This process is intended to prevent damage to the brake disc.
Check
- Check lug bolts for wear.
Result
» Spots (> 30%) of the bearing surface (1) of the taper on the screw head show silvery wear.
Measure
- Replace lug bolts.
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Never use an impact screwdriver or electric screwdriver to apply and tighten the lug bolts.
The rim must rest evenly against the brake disc.
In the case of non-original BMW lug bolts/wheel rims, it may be necessary to retighten the lug bolts on user account of setting properties (refer to the documentation from the manufacturer).
Do not apply oil to new lug bolts.
Never use an impact screwdriver or electric screwdriver to apply and tighten the lug bolts.
The rim must rest evenly against the brake disc.
In the case of non-original BMW lug bolts/wheel rims, it may be necessary to retighten the lug bolts on user account of setting properties (refer to the documentation from the manufacturer).
Do not apply oil to new lug bolts.
- Replace the corroded lug bolts (arrows).
- Clean wheel bolts (arrows).
- Check lug bolts (arrows) and threads for damage, replace lug bolts (arrows) if necessary.
- Join and tighten the lug bolts (arrows).
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Lug bolts | ||
|---|---|---|
| M14/SW17 Screw in lug bolts and evenly tighten crosswise by hand in order to center the wheel rim. Tighten lug bolts to the prescribed tightening torque with a calibrated torque wrench in a crosswise sequence. Check all the lug bolts in the same order or retighten to the prescribed tightening torque again. |
tightening torque Check |
140 Nm 140 Nm |
- Detach the hook on the engine mounting brackets (marks).
- Carefully remove engine bridge with help from an assistant.
Follow-up work
- Refer to INSTALLING CLEAN AIR PIPE OF CYLINDER BANK 1 .
- Refer to INSTALLING RIGHT INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .
- Refer to TIGHTENING THE FRONT-END STRUT ON THE RIGHT .
- Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON THE RIGHT .
- Refer to INSTALLING THE RETAINING BRIDGE IN AN EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATION WITH A GASOLINE PARTICULATE FILTER .
- Installing conduit on bank 2.
- Clip the wiring harness (2) into the clamps (1).
- Installing cable duct at cylinder bank 1.
- Position the conduit (2).
- Tighten the screws (1).
TIGHTENING TORQUESCable duct M6x16 screw Tightening torque 10Nm - Refer to INSTALLING THE EXPANSION TANK FOR THE CHARGE AIR COOLER .
- Refer to INSTALLING COOLANT EXPANSION TANK .
- Refer to INSTALLING HOLDER OF THE DME CONTROL UNIT FOR CYLINDERS 5 TO 8 .
- Refer to INSTALLING THE LAMBDA OXYGEN SENSOR FOR THE CYLINDERS 5 TO 8 .
- Refer to INSTALLING THE LAMBDA OXYGEN SENSOR FOR THE CYLINDERS 1 TO 4 .
- Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER PANEL OF THE SLAVE DME CONTROL UNIT .
- Installing the cover panel of the master DME control unit.
- Position the cover of the master DME control unit (1)
- Engage the cover panel of the master DME control unit (1) downwards with the clamps (2) and the guide pins (3) in the carrier plate of the DME.
- Refer to INSTALLING ACOUSTIC COVER .
- Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON THE REAR LEFT .
- Installing the rear right engine compartment cover.
Remove the battery cover .
NOTE: The following step(s) must be performed if the listed component(s) is/are installed.- Remove the special tool 2 452 007 from the battery.
- Install the cover (2).
- Lock the lock (1).
- Refer to TAKING HOOD OUT OF THE SERVICE POSITION .
- Refer to CONNECTING BATTERY GROUND LEAD .