31 11 001 Replacing front axle carrier (M3)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 BMW M3, 2010 BMW M3, 2009 BMW M3, and 2008 BMW M3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IMPORTANT:
Before removing front axle carrier:
In order to avoid damage to lifting platform, perform weight compensation on vehicle.
Load spring strut domes with sand bags.
In order to avoid damage to lifting platform, perform weight compensation on vehicle.
Load spring strut domes with sand bags.
WARNING:
SECURE ENGINE IN INSTALLATION POSITION WITH SPECIAL TOOL
to prevent it from falling down.
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Secure ENGINE IN INSTALLATION POSITION
- Disconnect NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE
- Remove BOTH FRONT WHEELS
- Remove FRONT STABILIZER BAR
- Remove REINFORCEMENT COVER ON LEFT AND RIGHT
- Remove LOWER SECTION OF STEERING SPINDLE FROM STEERING GEAR
- If necessary, disconnect plug connection from ride-height sensor
- Remove both TENSION STRUTS FROM FRONT AXLE CARRIER
- Remove both CONTROL ARMS FROM FRONT AXLE CARRIER
- Remove both TIE RODS ON POWER STEERING GEAR
- Disconnect plug connection on Servotronic electrohydraulic converter, remove POWER STEERING GEAR FROM FRONT AXLE CARRIER and tie up
- Lower FRONT AXLE CARRIER
Unscrew nut (1) and bolts (2).
Disconnect pressure line (3) from front axle carrier holder.
Installation:
Replace self-locking nut.
Release screws (1).
Fold holders (2) downwards and tie up.
Installation:
Remove connecting lead (1) for Servotronic electrohydraulic converter.
Remove both engine mounts See 2211001 REPLACING RIGHT ENGINE MOUNT (S65) or 2211011 REPLACING LEFT ENGINE MOUNT (S65) (2).
Installation:
Use previous front axle carrier as a template for modifying or replacing small parts.
After installation
- Perform CHASSIS ALIGNMENT CHECK
- Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT