BMW 7 Series: Rear Sub-Frame
LOWERING/RAISING REAR AXLE SUPPORT
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Notes
IMPORTANT: Before lowering rear axle support:
Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on raising the vehicle.
In order to avoid damage to lifting platform, perform weight compensation on
vehicle.
Load lug
Notes
IMPORTANT: Before removing rear axle support:
In order to avoid damage to vehicle hoist, perform weight compensation on
vehicle.
Load luggage compartment with sand bags.
Necessary preliminary w
IMPORTANT: Before removing rear axle support:
In order to avoid damage to vehicle hoist, perform weight compensation on
vehicle.
Load luggage compartment with sand bags.
Necessary preliminary work
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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC
DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION).
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove ignition key
Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
Remove RIGHT LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM PANEL
Unlock plug connections (2) and disconnect.
Remove control unit (1).
GEAR SHIFT MECHANISM
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES ON VEHICLES WITH ACTIVE PEDESTRIAN
PROTECTION SYSTEM
WARNING: Danger to life!
Triggering the active pedestrian protection system while the engine
compartment lid is open may cause serious
injury by the retaining hooks.
Use protection systems when carryin