2611000 Removing and installing complete propeller shaft (flexible disc at rear): Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 BMW 330xi and 2006 BMW 325xi. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT:

With four-wheel drive and on renewal only:
according to installation with BMW diagnosis and information system under control unit function

Perform functional check of transfer box (calibration)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove assembly underside protection with brackets
Remove center muffler (N53 only)
Remove complete exhaust system. See EXHAUST SYSTEM - REPAIR - E90 (N52) or EXHAUST SYSTEM - REPAIR - E92
Remove heat shields

Release screws.