BMW 7 Series: Propeller Shaft
PROPELLER SHAFT, GENERAL
IMPORTANT: Specifications on propeller shaft deflection angles are only
possible on request
with the vehicle identification number of the problem vehicle via PuMA.
PROPELLER SHAFT DEFLECTION ANGLES
IMPORTANT: Specifications on propeller shaft deflection angles for the F
series are only
possible on request with the vehicle identification number of the problem
vehicle via PuMA.
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Fig. 1: Overview Of Propeller Shaft
Complete Propeller Shaft
Flexible Disc
Centring mount
Centre mount
REMOVING AND INSTALLING COMPLETE PROPELLER SHAFT (FLEXIBLE DISC AT
REAR)
Necessary prelimi
Notes
IMPORTANT: It is absolutely necessary to replace the sunk nut!
The sunk nut already has a screw locking.
After the propeller shaft has been screwed into the rear axle final drive (sunk
nut), a
SEE MORE:
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic
damage (ESD
PROTECTION).
IMPORTANT: Before installing the wiper arms, allow wiper motor to run into
rest position.
IMPORTANT: Emergency operation - danger of injury!
Disconnect BATTERY CABLE
Disconnect both negative battery
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING VERTICAL DYNAMICS MANAGEMENT
CONTROL UNIT (VDM WITH DYNAMIC DRIVE)
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC
DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION).
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove ignition key
Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
Remove SIDE