Additional work on four-wheel drive vehicles after driving with defective (non-engaging) drive
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 BMW X6 and 2010 BMW X6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IMPORTANT:
If the vehicle has been moved under engine power with a non-engaging drive system (e.g. front propeller shaft defective and no longer engaging with the front differential or 1 output shaft no longer engaging with drive flange), it is imperative that the transfer box is calibrated after repairing the propeller shaft/output shaft(s).
After completing repairs, perform calibration using BMW diagnosis and information system and selecting Control unit function -
Function check - Transfer box.