31 11 506 Lowering/raising front axle support (universal lifter): Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 BMW X5 M, 2012 BMW X5 M, 2011 BMW X5 M, and 2010 BMW X5 M. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Special tools required:
WARNING:
Danger of injury!
Failure to comply with the following instructions may result in the vehicle slipping off the lifting platform and critically injuring other persons.
When supporting components, make sure that:
Failure to comply with the following instructions may result in the vehicle slipping off the lifting platform and critically injuring other persons.
When supporting components, make sure that:
- the vehicle can no longer be raised or lowered
- the vehicle does not lift off the locating plates on the vehicle hoist.
IMPORTANT:
Before lowering/removing front axle support:
Observe SAFETY INFORMATION for raising the vehicle
Observe SAFETY INFORMATION for raising the vehicle
In order to avoid damage to vehicle hoist, perform weight compensation on vehicle.
Load spring strut domes with sand bags.
WARNING:
SECURE ENGINE IN INSTALLATION POSITION WITH SPECIAL TOOL
to prevent it from falling down.
Before lowering the front axle support, it is essential that the STEERING SHAFT on the steering box is unfastened!
If this is not carried out, the bulkhead steering shaft bearing will be damaged!
IMPORTANT:
N57: Risk of shorting the starter motor!