BMW 7 Series: Stationary Wheel Balancing
Necessary preliminary work
- Remove WHEEL
IMPORTANT: Use only BMW-approved balance weights.
Remove any fitted balancing weights, stones in tread pattern and larger contaminants.
Check tire inflation pressure and tire for condition, damage, flat spots (out-of-round caused by e.g. parking of vehicle with tires which have run hot). If necessary, check WHEEL AND TYRE for radial and lateral runout.
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Fig. 25: Identifying Wheel On Wheel Balancing Machine
Use BMW-approved centering elements of relevant balancing machine manufacturers.
- Basic flange
- Wheel centering element
- Type flange
- Clamping nut
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Fig. 26: Identifying Basic Flange, Type Flange, Wheel Centering Element,
Clamping Nut
IMPORTANT: To avoid retooling errors, it will be necessary to fit the wheel on the balancing machine in the same way (e.g. valve facing down) as it is then fitted on the car.
Balance wheel in accordance with operating instructions of relevant balancing machine.
On light-alloy rims with distinctive J-shape rim flange, proceed as follows:
1. Gently force off tire sidewall with special tool 36 1 020 at appropriate point from rim flange.
2. Install retaining clip (1).
3. Remove special tool 36 1 020.
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Fig. 27: Installing Retaining Clip By Pressing Side Wall Of Tyre Using
Special Tool (36 1 020)
Raise retaining clip with special tool. 36 1 010 Slide balance weight underneath and allow it to snap into place.
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Fig. 28: Raising Retaining Clip Using Special Tool (36 1 010)
Arrangement of balance weights for light-alloy rims with distinctive J-shape rim flanges.
- Spring retainer
- Balance weight
Adhesive weights must be used on all other light-alloy rims.
Max. imbalance per wheel: see WHEELS TWO-PART ALLOY WHEELS , WHEELS ONE-PART ALLOY WHEELS , or WHEELS STEEL AND ALUMINIUM STRIP WHEELS.
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Fig. 29: Identifying Spring Retainer And Balance Weight
NOTE: When using adhesive weights, proceed as follows:
- Carefully remove any adhesive weights. Do not damage rim when doing so.
- Select suitable location for fitting.
- Clean adhesive area thoroughly.
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Checking Rim For Lateral And Radial Runout
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove WHEEL
Check WHEEL for lateral and radial runout
Remove TYRE from disc wheel
Remove dirt from rim well and rim flange
IMPORTANT: Disc wheels are not allowed to
General Information On Light Alloy Disc Wheels
NOTE: It is sometimes difficult to distinguish light alloy disc wheels
visually from steel
disc wheels.
Identifying features:
Sticker on light alloy disc wheel. (1) = Indication "Aluminium"
Wall t
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Reinforcement Plate With Stud Bolt (Bonded)
In the case of a partial replacement piece, a body component is cut at a
point described in the repair instructions.
A reinforcement plate is bonded in to ensure sufficient strength.
Reinforcement plates are available as new parts and must also be used.
NOTE: The following graphics serve as genera
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 compartment with sand bags.
Necessary preliminary work
Remove REAR AXLE SUPPORT
IMPORTANT: Risk of
