BMW 7 Series: Notes

• Accident-related repairs:
  Read and comply with NOTES ON REPLACING STEERING GEAR AFTER ACCIDENT DAMAGE.

  If the control arm or tie rod is bent, it is essential for safety reasons to check the spring strut piston rod for straightness.

NOTES ON REPAIRING THREADS

IMPORTANT: Install Helicoil thread inserts so that they are flush with the original thread!

NOTE: Damaged threads may be repaired with Helicoil thread inserts. Follow the PROCEDURE described in the example.

HELICOIL THREAD SPECIFICATIONS

NOTES ON REPAIRING THREADS

IMPORTANT: Install Helicoil thread inserts so that they are flush with the original thread.

NOTE: Damaged threads in engine support may be repaired with Helicoil thread inserts. Comply with the procedure described in the example.

Fig. 6: Identifying Damaged Helicoil Thread

Procedure

1. Create a clean core hole; if necessary, drill out screw remnants

Fig. 7: Creating Clean Core Hole

2. Create locating thread for Helicoil thread insert

Fig. 8: Inserting Helicoil Thread On Locating Thread

3. Pick out Helicoil thread insert in accordance with the TABLE and screw into the locating thread until flush with the original thread

Fig. 9: Inserting Helicoil Thread On Original Thread

4. Break drive pin and remove

Fig. 10: Removing Drive Pin

RAISING VEHICLE WITH TROLLEY JACK

IMPORTANT: Observe the following trolley-jack-related instructions:

1. Use only BMW-distributed/approved trolley jacks which have rubber plate contact points.

2. Trolley jacks must be regularly serviced and always checked for functional reliability before they are used! 3. Check the rubber plate on the trolley jack prior to each use, replacing if necessary.

Fig. 11: Identifying Trolley Jack

IMPORTANT: All-wheel drive vehicles may only be raised with the stiffening plate mounted on the front axle (1)! Raising directly on the front axle support without stiffening plate is not permissible!

WARNING: The vehicle may be raised with a trolley jack only at the following jacking points!

Fig. 12: Identifying Jacking Points

1. Car jacking point
2. Side car jacking points
3. Rear axle final drive

Risk of damage: It is not permitted to raise the vehicle at the rear differential cover!

RISK OF INJURY IF OIL COMES INTO CONTACT WITH EYES AND SKIN

Danger of injury!

Contact with eyes or skin may result in injury!

Possible symptoms are:

• Impaired sight
• Irritation of the eyes
• Reddening of the skin
• Rough and cracked skin

Protective measures/rules of conduct

• Wear safety goggles
• Wear oil-resistant protective gloves
• Observe country-specific safety regulations

First aid measures

• Eye contact: Rinse eyes immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; if available, use an eye-rinsing bottle. If irritation of the eyes persists, consult a doctor.
• Skin contact: Wash off with soap and water immediately. If irritation persists, consult a doctor.

NOTE: Do not use solvents/thinners.

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