26 20 001 Replacing front propeller shaft
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IMPORTANT:
Do not move vehicle with engine power once propeller shaft has been removed.
Replace propeller shaft only in conjunction with a new drive flange and radial shaft seal for front axle output.
IMPORTANT:
Replacement only:
Perform functional check of transfer box (calibration) according to installation with BMW diagnosis and information system under control unit function.
- Remove front PROPELLER SHAFT .
- Replace OUTPUT FLANGE for front axle output.
- Replace RADIAL SHAFT SEAL for output front axle.