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33 41 151 Replacing left or right wheel bearing on rear axle shaft: Notes

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IMPORTANT: Do not damage multipole impulse ring.
Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Bearing
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Necessary preliminary tasks: 

(F01/F02/F04/F06/F10/F12/F13/F18)

NOTE:
  • Check brake pads and renew if necessary!

F07/F11 only:

Release screws.

Tightening torque: see 2AZ in 33 41 WHEEL BEARINGS

Remove wheel bearing.

Installation note: 

Replace screws.

Fig 2: Locating Wheel Bearing Screws
G08484489Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note: 

Keep contact surface (1) of wheel bearing and wheel carrier clean and free from oil and grease.

Fig 3: Identifying Wheel Bearing Contact Surface
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