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41 00... Notes On Repairing Threads

IMPORTANT: Install Helicoil thread inserts so that they are flush with the original thread.
NOTE: Damaged threads may be repaired with Helicoil thread inserts. Comply with the procedure described in the example.
SCREW/BOLT SPECIFICATION

Screw/bolt connection Vehicle Screw/bolt fastening point(s) Helicoil thread insert
Front axle carrier to engine carrier E46 All M12x1.5x18
E53 All M12x1.5x18
E60, E61, E63, E64 Front, middle  
Rear M12x1.5x18
E65, E66, E67 All M12x1.5x18
E70 All M14x1.5x21
E83 All M12x1.5x18
E85, E86 All M12x1.5x18
E81, E87 All M12x1.5x18
E90, E91, E92, E93 All M12x1.5x18
Bracket, control arm, to engine carrier E46, E85, E86 All M10x1.5x15
Rear axle carrier to frame side member E46 All M12x1.5x18
E53 All M14x1.5x21
E60, E61 All M14x1.5x21
E63, E64 All M14x1.5x21
E65, E66, E67 All M14x1.5x21
E70 All M14x1.5x21
E83 All M12x1.5x18
E85, E86 All M12x1.5x18
E81, E87 All M12x1.5x18
E90, E91, E92, E93 All M12x1.5x18
Bearing block, trailing arm to side member E46, E83, E85, E86 All M12x1.5x18