11 23 010 Removing and installing/replacing vibration damper (M62)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW X5 and 2002 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Unscrew and remove splash guard.

Remove alternator drive belt,

refer to 11 28 010 REPLACING ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT (M62)

Remove drive belt for a/c compressor,

refer to 11 28 050 REPLACING DRIVE BELT FOR A/C COMPRESSOR (M60/M62/M73)

Release screws and remove vibration damper.

Fig 1: Identifying Vibration Damper Screws

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Installation:

The vibration damper is located with a dowel pin. Replace screws.

Fig 2: Identifying Vibration Damper Dowel Pin Location

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Tightening torque,

refer to 11 23 3AZ in ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES - X5 4.6L .