BMW 7 Series: Output Shaft
NOTES ON REMOVING AND INSTALLING LOW PROFILE BAND CLAMPS
Notes
IMPORTANT: During removal Low Profile band clamp (dotted line) is overstretched and must not be reused!
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Fig. 82: Identifying Low Profile Band Clamp (Dotted Line)
Removing
Place special tool 31 5 200 on tabs (1, 2).
NOTE: Make sure that the movable piece (3) of the special tool is placed on lug (1).
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Fig. 83: Identifying Special Tool (31 5 200) On Tabs
Compress Low Profile band clamp with special tool 31 5 200 until end of band clamp (1) lifts up.
Relieve tension on special tool and remove Low Profile band clamp.
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Fig. 84: Compressing Low Profile Band Clamp Using Special Tool (31 5 200)
Assembly
Position Low Profile band clamp in installation position (A) on gaiter.
Place special tool 31 5 200 on tabs (1, 2).
NOTE: Make sure that the movable piece (3) of the special tool is placed on lug (1).
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Fig. 85: Identifying Low Profile Band Clamp Installation Position
Check and if necessary correct positions of gaiter and Low Profile band clamp.
Compress Low Profile band clamp with special tool 31 5 200 and press on end of band clamp (1).
Relieve tension on special tool and remove.
Check hook fastener (H); if necessary, repeat operation with new Low Profile band clamp.
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Fig. 86: Compressing Low Profile Band Clamp Using Special Tool (31 5 200)
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Front Axle - Special Tools
ADAPTER
Adapter MW
Note: (Adapter) For pulling off the taper roller bearings from the
equalization housing in the front axle
differential
Fig. 1: Identifying Adapter (315090)
BUSH
Bush MW
Note: (imp
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Flushing Transmission Oil Cooler With Lines (Automatic
Transmission)
Notes
NOTE: Carry out the work steps listed when:
Installing a new or replacement transmission.
Flushing can only be carried out with the automatic transmission removed.
Procedure
Automatic transmission removed.
Connect appropriate adapters (see description below) to oil lines exiting from
automa
Overview Of Rear Lights
Fig. 84: Identifying Rear Light Cluster Components
Rear light, left (side panel)
Rear light, left (on tail panel)
Reflector, rear
Additional brake light
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/RENEWING CHROME TRIM ON LEFT OR RIGHT
REAR LIGHT
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove PANEL FOR TAILGATE
Remove lef
