Differential Drive Flange Shaft Seal (Left Or Right): Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 BMW 645Ci and 2004 BMW 645Ci. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Remove drive flange from rear differential. See DIFFERENTIAL DRIVE FLANGE (LEFT OR RIGHT) . Remove shaft seal with Special Tools (005010) and (321060/331308). See Fig 1.