BMW 7 Series: Front Axle
FRONT AXLE - RIDE HEIGHT
FRONT AXLE - RIDE HEIGHT F01/F02/REAR WHEEL
FRONT AXLE - RIDE HEIGHT AND REAR WHEEL SPECIFICATION
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FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL
FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL F01/F02
FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL SPECIFICATION
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GENERAL - TRACK WIDTH / WHEELBASE
GENERAL - TRACK WIDTH/WHEELBASE F02 ALLR
GENERAL - TRACK WIDTH/WHEELBASE SPECIFICATION
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GENERAL - TRACK WIDTH/WHEELBASE F02
GENERAL - TRACK WIDTH/WHEELBASE SPECIFICATION
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SHOCK ABSORBERS
SHOCK ABSORBERS F01/F02 SERIE
SHOCK ABSORBERS SPECIFICATION
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SHOCK ABSORBERS F01/F02 ALLR
SHOCK ABSORBERS SPECIFICATION
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SHOCK ABSORBERS F01/F02
SHOCK ABSORBERS SPECIFICATION
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1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION ON HIGH TEMPERATURE MULTI-PURPOSE GREASE
High temperature multi-purpose grease consists of a lithium complex soap in a mineral oil product with a selected combination of additives. Extremely fine soap is contained in the oil, and serves as the basic ingredient.
This lubricating grease possesses the following properties:
- Very good thermal resistance and penetration stability
The structure and consistency must be maintained over long service life with temperatures from -22ºF to +302ºF (-30ºC to +150ºC) in continuous operation and very high loads. - Oxidation stability
A lubricating grease contains effective inhibitors (which limit or prevent chemical reactions) in order to stop oxidation at very high operating temperatures. - Water resistance and corrosion inhibition
A high temperature multi-purpose grease is water resistant. At the same time lubricated parts are given maximum protection against rust by the corrosion inhibitors.
2.0 APPROVED HIGH TEMPERATURE MULTI-PURPOSE GREASE
High temperature multi-purpose grease is used for the lubrication of wheel bearings.
Ball Bearings (E24 from mid 1982, E28, E30, E31, E32 and all following)
Provided with lifetime lubrication.
No subsequent lubrication approved!
Tapered Roller Bearings (E23, E21)
50 grams grease packing in wheel hub and 20 grams in wheel hub grease cap per wheel.
Grease type: Retinax A
CRC Part No. SL 3131 (former BMW Part No. 81 22 9 407 710)
3.0 APPROVED FRONT AXLE FINAL DRIVE OILS
Approvals are the same as for rear axle final drive oils.
- General
- Danger Of Poisoning If Oil Is Ingested/Absorbed Through The Skin
- Information On Replacing Shock Absorbers
- Notes
- Safety Information For Working On Vehicles With Automatic Engine Start-Stop Function (MSA)
- Front Axle Suspension
- Front Sub-Frame
- Struts W. Rubber Mounts
- Removing And Installing/Replacing Top Right Wishbone
- Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Trailing Link
- Removing And Installing/Replacing Top Left Wishbone
- Replacing Rubber Mount In Left Or Right Trailing Link
- Wheel Bearings And Stub Axle
- Spring Strut
- Stabilizer Bar
- Output Shaft
- Front Axle - Special Tools
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Danger Of Poisoning If Oil Is Ingested/Absorbed Through The Skin
Danger of poisoning!
Ingesting oil or absorbing through the skin may cause poisoning!
Possible symptoms are:
Headaches
Dizziness
Stomach aches
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Cramps/fits
Unconsciousness
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Information On Replacing Shock Absorbers
Situation
When a shock absorber is faulty on one side (leaking, noises, etc.), often
both shock absorbers on the axle in
question are replaced.
Effect
This is not necessary for technical reasons and
SEE MORE:
Removing And Installing/Replacing Center Fresh Air Grille
Necessary preliminary work
F01, F02, F03, F12, F13:
Remove DECORATIVE STRIP ON DASHBOARD IN MIDDLE
F07, F10, F11, F18:
Remove decorative strip on dashboard on right
IMPORTANT: Proceed with care so as to avoid damaging the fresh air grille.
NOTE: Picture for example purposes only!
Replacement
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Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Charge Air Cooler (N63)
WARNING: Risk of scalding! Only perform this repair work after
engine has cooled down!
Necessary preliminary work
Remove ACOUSTIC COVER
Remove front UNDERBODY PROTECTION.
Remove FAN COWL.
Drain coolant for charge air cooler.
Release clamp (1).
Tightening torque 13 71 8AZ.
Release clamp (2).
