This chapter describes all standard, country-specific
and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g.,
General information
There are various options to search for and
download an upgrade:
Automatic.
Via iDrive.
Via BMW Connected app.
Automatic download
The available data for Remote Software Upgrad
NOTE: Remove gas spring, refer to REMOVING GAS SPRING.
NOTE: The following text describes how to remove the ball pivot from the
hinge
retaining bracket on the rear lid as an example. Proceed in the same way for the
other ball pivots.
Make sure the attachments are reinstalled in the correct sequenc
IMPORTANT: In event of oil loss, always check rear axle final drive for
traces of wear and
damage.
Necessary preliminary work
Catch or draw off final drive oil.
Remove REAR AXLE FINAL DRIVE.
NOTE: Read and comply with REAR DIFFERENTIAL: ASSIGNMENT TO MODEL
SERIES.
IMPORTANT: To avoid leaks from