BMW 7 Series (F01/F02) 2008-2015 Service Manual / Rear Axle / Final Drive
BMW 7 Series: Final Drive
- Checking/Topping Up Oil Level In Rear Axle Final Drive
- Replacing Shaft Seal For Drive Flange Left Or Right
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Checking/Topping Up Oil Level In Rear Axle Final Drive
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: Risk of damage!
To avoid serious damage to the rear
Replacing Shaft Seal For Drive Flange Left Or Right
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove REAR AXLE FINAL DRIVE
Use special tools 00 5 010 and 32 1 060 /33 1 308 to remove radial shaft seal
Fig. 35: Removing Radial Shaft Seal Using Special Tools (00 5
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Checking Brake Discs
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove WHEELS.
Checking thickness difference:
Measure thickness difference within brake surfaces at 8 point (spread
over the circumference) with a
micrometer gauge
Compare measurement result with setpoint value.
Fig. 6: Measuring Thickness Difference Within Bra
Service
NOTE: The track and camber at the rear axle can still be adjusted by means
of two
eccentric screws, however, a new procedure must be observed!
REAR AXLE DIMENSION REFERENCE CHART
Damping/suspension
The standard chassis and suspension system of the F01 features steel springs
on the front and rear
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