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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Fig. 3: Front Axle Overview
Overview of front differential/output shafts
Front axle support
Stabiliser
Tension strut / rubber mount
Stabilizer link
Layout of spring strut shock absorber
Rein
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
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove glass slide/tilt sunroof.
Remove glass slide/tilt sunroof lid at front.
Remove glass slide/tilt sunroof lid at rear.
Remove front drip molding.
Remove drive for slide/tilt sunroof actuation.
Overview of glass lid mechanism:
Fig. 4: Identifying Glass Lid