BMW 7 Series: Chassis And Suspension
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Through intelligent design layout and optimum package space utilization on
the new F01/F02, the basis has
been created for distinctly increasing the driving dynamics while improving
comfort and vehi
Front Axle
A double wishbone front axle as known from the E70 and E71 is now also fitted
in the F01/F02.
In comparison with the double pivot spring strut front axle on the E65, this
front axle desi
General
The chassis and suspension is subdivided into the main components that are
described in more detail in the
following:
Front axle
Rear axle
Damping/suspension
Brakes
Steering
Wheels/tir
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1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION ON FINAL DRIVE OIL
Final Drive oil or hypoid gear lubricant must conform with the following
requirements because of the high
loads which occur on the profiles of the hypoid gear teeth:
Load carrying capacity.
Sufficient protection against seizure.
Good wear protection.
Steering angle detection
The code disc enables a 4-digit digital code to be generated for each light
field. The 12- digit digital code is
formed by lining up the 4-digit digital codes. The steering-angle speed can be
ascertained from the changes to
the individual digital codes.
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