Necessary preliminary tasks

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Lower rear axle support. See 3331503 LOWERING/RAISING REAR AXLE CARRIER (SPECIAL TOOL SWZ00-2040) or

If necessary, assemble special tool 33 4 140, 33 4 142 and 33 4 147 as shown.

If necessary, screw new thrust pieces 33 4 149 with countersunk screws on special tool 33 4 140.

Fig 1: Assembling Special Tools 33 4 140, 33 4 142 And 33 4 147

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Coat top edge of rubber mount with Circo Light (refer to BMW Parts Service).

Fit special tool 33 4 441 on rubber mount in such a way that edge of rubber mount disappears in special tool.

Oil special tool 33 4 436 slightly before use.

Align special tool 33 4 140 by way of openings in rubber mount.

NOTE: Ensure it is correctly supported on bearing bushing of rear axle carrier.

Fig 2: Fitting Special Tool (33 4 441) On Rubber Mount

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Pull rubber mount with special tools 33 4 436, 33 4 437, 33 4 140 and 33 4 431 out of bearing bush.

Installation:

Coat new rubber mount with Circo Light (refer to BMW Parts Service).

Insert special tool 33 4 444 in opening on rear axle carrier to avoid damaging the rear axle carrier when drawing in the rubber mount.

Oil special tool 33 4 434 slightly before use.

If necessary, assemble special tool 33 4 442, 33 4 443, 33 4 435 and 33 4 434 as shown.

Align rubber mount by way of arrow to direction of travel.

Draw in rubber mount as far as it will go.

Fig 3: Assembling Special Tool (33 4 442, 33 4 443, 33 4 435 And 33 4 434)

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