BMW 7 Series: Removing And Installing/replacing Left Or Right Tank Cover
Operations on right side analogous to left side shown. Use graphics in a mirror-inverted way.
Release all screws (2).
Unscrew nut (3).
Feed out tank cover (1) towards rear above tension strut (4).
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Fig. 97: Identifying Tank Cover, Screws And Nut
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT TOE ARM
NOTE: If the toe arm is detached from the rear axle support, it will be necessary to carry out a wheel alignment procedure after assembly.
Necessary preliminary work
- Remove REAR WHEEL.
F01, F02:
Release nut (1) and remove heat shield (2).
Tightening torque 33 32 10AZ.
Installation note: Replace self-locking nut.
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Fig. 98: Identifying Self-Locking Nut And Heat Shield
Remove cable holder (1) from toe arm, if applicable.
Installation note: Replace faulty cable clips.
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Fig. 99: Identifying Cable Holder
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 33 32 6AZ.
Pull out bolt (1) and remove toe link (2).
Installation note: Tighten down screw connection in NORMAL POSITION.
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Fig. 100: Identifying Toe Link With Screw And Bolt
Slacken nut (1).
Tightening torque 33 32 7AZ Remove toe link (2) from wheel carrier.
Installation note: Insert toe link (2) first in wheel carrier.
Keep toe link to wheel carrier connection clean and free from oil and grease.
Replace nut.
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Fig. 101: Identifying Slacken Nut And Toe Link
After installation
- Perform chassis/wheel alignment check.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT UNDERBODY PANELS
Necessary preliminary work
- Remove REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION
Unscrew all bolts.
Remove underbody panelling (1).
Installation note: Make sure underbody panelling (1) is correctly seated.
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Fig. 102: Identifying Underbody Panelling
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Removing And Installing/Replacing Lower Left Or Right Cover (Wheel
Arch)
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove UNDERBODY PROTECTION.
Release all screws (1).
Remove cover.
Replacement
From April 09 the snap fasteners are discontinued and replaced by a
conventional screw c
Replacing An Upper Wishbone
NOTE: If the wishbone is detached from the rear axle support/wheel
carrier, it will be
necessary to carry out a wheel alignment procedure after assembly.
Necessary preliminary work
Remove REAR WHEE
Axle Mounting
REPLACING ALL RUBBER MOUNTS FOR REAR AXLE SUPPORT
Notes
IMPORTANT: Before removing rear axle support:
In order to avoid damage to vehicle hoist, perform weight compensation on
vehicle.
Load luggage c
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Removing And Installing/Replacing Lower Left Or Right Cover (Wheel
Arch)
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove UNDERBODY PROTECTION.
Release all screws (1).
Remove cover.
Replacement
From April 09 the snap fasteners are discontinued and replaced by a
conventional screw connection.
Fig. 103: Identifying Cover And Screws
REPLACING A BALL JOINT IN LEFT OR RIGHT SWINGING
Adjuster
Minimum set: Mechanical tools Adjuster MW
Note: (Door lock tensioner) For pre-tensioning front and rear door locks when
installing. Change to tool
through use of noise-optimized locks from 02/2004. Illustration items: 1 =
knurled nut 51 2 191 2 = support 51
2 192 3 = protection 51 2 196 4 = mandre
