BMW 7 Series: Replacing Rear Left Or Right Ride Height Sensor
IMPORTANT: Observe SAFETY INFORMATION for raising the vehicle
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC
DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION).
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
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Fig. 125: Identifying Rear Left/Right Ride-Height Sensor Plug Connections
Release nut (2) and disconnect jointed rod.
Tightening torque 37 14 4AZ.
Installation note:
Sensor lever (3) must point from ride height sensor to respective rear
wheel.
Replace self-locking nut.
Release screws (1) and remove ride-height sensor (3).
Tightening torque 37 14 2AZ.
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Fig. 126: Identifying Ride-Height Sensor Plug Connections With Mounting Nuts
And Screws
Replacement:
Release screws (1). Remove holder (2) from ride-height sensor.
Tightening torque 37 14 3AZ.
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Fig. 127: Identifying Ride-Height Sensor With Mounting Holder And Screws
After installation
- Carry out RIDE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
- Check HEADLIGHT SETTING , correct if necessary
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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
Notes
WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the
skin!
RISK OF INJURY if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!
IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow
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WARNING: Follow instructions for HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (INTERIOR
LIGHTS).
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove REAR CEILING LIGHT
Turn bulb in direction of arrow and remove.
Installation:
Note BULB TYPE.
Fig. 122: Removing Rear Ceiling Light Bulb
REPLACING BULB FOR REAR MAKE-UP MIRROR
Necessary p
Notes
WARNING: Chain tensioner is pre-tensioned.
Release lock pin only in installed state.
Danger of injury!
IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
The engine must not be cranked when the chain tensioner is removed.
The timing chain may jump.
Necessary preliminary work
Remove TIMING CASE COVER at top left