BMW 7 Series: Stripping Operations - Replacing Front Left Wheel Arch

NOTE: Owing to the different engine variants and equipment specifications, not all the components are taken into consideration.

The following list basically represents the removal sequence.

• Disconnect battery earth lead (job number: 61 20 900)
• Remove bumper trim (job number: 51 11 156
• Remove bumper support (job number: 51 11 050)
• Remove headlight (job number: 63 12 010)
• Remove radiator (job number: 17 11 000)
• Remove A/C system condenser (job number: 64 53 550)
• Remove and install charge air cooler (job number: 17 51 000)
• Remove hydraulic steering cooling coil (job number: 17 11 370)
• Remove intake silencer housing (job number: 41 35 111)
• Remove coolant expansion tank (job number: 17 11 100)
• Remove wheel arch cover (front section) (job number: 51 71 038)
• Remove wheel arch cover (rear section) (job number: 51 71 039)
• Front axle complete with engine and transmission (job number: 31 10 001)
• Engine compartment lid seal locator (job number 51 76 035).
• Remove engine compartment lid (job number 41 61 000)
• Remove engine compartment lid hinge (job number: 41 61 050)
• Remove left side wall (job number: 41 35 050)
• Remove top left wishbone (job number: 31 12 002)
• Remove left suspension brace (job number: 51 71 345)
• Remove bulkhead sound insulation
• Remove brake booster (job number: 34 33 000)
• Remove/detach hydraulic lines for power steering pump.
• Detach coolant hoses
• Detach fuel lines
• Release left wiring harness
• Partially release/remove thermal protection

STRIPPING OPERATIONS - REPLACING FRONT RIGHT WHEEL ARCH

NOTE: Owing to the different engine variants and equipment specifications, not all the components are taken into consideration.

The following list basically represents the removal sequence.

• Disconnect battery earth lead (job number: 61 20 900)
• Remove bumper trim (job number: 51 11 156)
• Remove bumper support (job number: 51 11 050)
• Remove headlight (job number: 63 12 010)
• Remove radiator (job number: 17 11 000)
• Remove A/C system condenser (job number: 64 53 550)
• Remove and install charge air cooler (job number: 17 51 000)
• Remove hydraulic steering cooling coil (job number: 17 11 370)
• Remove intake silencer housing (job number: 41 35 111)
• Remove coolant expansion tank (job number: 17 11 100)
• Remove wheel arch cover (front section) (job number: 51 71 038)
• Remove wheel arch cover (rear section) (job number: 51 71 039)
• Front axle complete with engine and transmission (job number: 31 10 001)
• Remove engine compartment lid seal mounting (job number: 51 76 035)
• Remove engine compartment lid (job number 41 61 000)
• Remove engine compartment lid hinge on right (job number: 41 61050)
• Remove right side wall (job number: 41 35 055)
• Remove top right wishbone (job number: 31 12 003)
• Remove right suspension cross-brace (job number: 51 71 346)
• Remove bulkhead sound insulation
• Remove heating A/C system blower (job number: 64 11 213
• Remove air conditioning refrigerant lines.
• Release right wiring harness
• Partially release/remove thermal protection

Release grommet (1) from fan housing and lay wiring harness (2) to one side.

Installation note: The sealant between grommet (1) and fan housing must be replaced!

Make sure rubber grommet (1) is correctly seated. (watertightness).

Fig. 250: Identifying Wiring Harness And Rubber Grommet

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER, GENERAL

In the event of repair 2 procedures are used, depending on the vehicle. Refer to the vehicle-specific repair instructions for the correct procedure.

1. General notes for stamped vehicle identification numbers

The vehicle identification number is stamped with a special tool. There are different special tool numbers and stamping procedures for the various vehicles. Refer to the relevant repair instructions.

In repair work, the vehicle identification number is always stamped into a replacement vehicle identification number surface. The replacement surface is usually situated under the original VIN surface.

The IGEF number (bodyshell number) is omitted when the wheel arch is replaced.

In the event of component or body replacement by the BMW garages/workshops, clearly delimit the vehicle identification number at front and rear by stamping a + in place of the BMW badge.

If a VIN is stamped into the replacement surface in addition to the original VIN (e.g. if the original VIN has been tampered with), the following applies: The original VIN must be crossed out. To do so, stamp the letter I from the punch digits lengthways through the original VIN.

IMPORTANT: Do not use an angle grinder in conjunction with a cutting disk!

The protective film used as standard is omitted after the VIN has been manually stamped in. Paint area in accordance with BMW Painting Handbook. Ensure that layer thicknesses are small.

Observe national/country-specific regulations.

2. General notes for embossed vehicle identification numbers

This procedure is used on all newly launching model series from model year 09/2008 (exception X1).

For the repair new parts with an embossed vehicle identification number can as a rule be ordered from the BMW Parts Department. If this is not possible, observe country-specific regulations.

The IGEF number (bodyshell number) is omitted when the wheel arch is replaced.

If a VIN is embossed into the replacement surface in addition to the original VIN (e.g. if the original VIN has been tampered with), the following applies: The vehicle-specific repair instructions describe the procedure.

The protective film used as standard is omitted after the VIN has been embossed. Paint area in accordance with BMW Painting Handbook. Ensure that layer thicknesses are small.

Observe national/country-specific regulations.

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