BMW 7 Series: General Notes On Wheel And Tires (BMW Alpina B7)
NOTE:
- Pay attention to released wheel and tire combinations for BMW ALPINA.
- The valve for checking the tire inflation pressure is located under
the hub
cap.
Removing the hub cap
Press on emblem in area (1) and turn in direction of arrow.
Fig. 14: Turning Hub Cap By Pressing On Emblem
Open lock with key (1) and remove hub cap (2).
Fig. 15: Identifying Lock Key And Hub Cap
Installation note:
Make sure that there are 10 friction film pieces (see arrows) on the hub
cap.
When replacing the hub caps, the supplied friction film pieces must also be
attached.
Fig. 16: Locating Friction Film Faces On Hub Cap
Note on valve insert:
IMPORTANT: In the event of repair, only valve insert (1) may be replaced!
The screw valve (2) must not be removed from the wheel rim!
Fig. 17: Identifying Valve Insert And Screw Valve
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Notes
IMPORTANT: Wheel was balanced electronically.
Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle.
Follow instructions on initializing Run Flat Indicator (RPA).
When fitting all four wheels (e
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 inflatio
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NOTE: Carry over schematic representation to the relevant vehicle type.
The following repair represents the procedure for an already expanded cavity
bulkhead.
The cavity bulkhead remains on the body in this instance.
Before these work steps, prepare the new part so that it is ready to install
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REMOVING AND INSTALLING COMPLETE EXHAUST SYSTEM (N63)
Notes
WARNING: Scalding hazard!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.
Risk of injury!
Removal of the exhaust system must be carried out with the assistance of
a second person.
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove rear UNDERBODY PR