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Front Axle Support: Removal

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  1. Assemble special tool (00 0 200) with special tool (00 0 201/202/204/208) and install. Secure special tool (00 0 200) to front suspension eye on engine. See Figure.
  2. Remove engine underguard. See 13 32 051 REPLACING FUEL FILTER (M54)
  3. Tighten screws (1, 2). See Figure.
  4. Suspend engine in installation position.
  5. Detach left and right engine mounting brackets from front axle support.
  6. Unfasten stabilizer on front axle support.
  7. Release tension strut on front axle support. See TENSION STRUTS .
  8. Release control arm on front axle support. See CONTROL ARM .
  9. Remove heat shield and bracket for engine shielding. See EXHAUST SYSTEM, COMPLETE
  10. Support spring strut shock absorber from outside.
  11. Measure or mark up screw-in length (A) of both track rods, unfasten nut and disconnect track rods. See Fig 1.
  12. Release steering transmission from front axle support. See Fig 2.
  13. Partially loosen trim beside rear screws. Unscrew left and right bolts and remove front axle support. See Figure.
Fig 1: Disconnecting Track Rods
G00157912Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Fig 2: Releasing Steering Transmission
G00157913Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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