BMW X5: Front Axle + Steering: Wheel/Chassis Alignment Check Must Be Carried Out After The Following Work

Fig. 3: Identifying Front Axle Components

A wheel/chassis alignment check must be carried out after the following work:

• Release of following screw/bolt connections:
  • Steering gear to front axle carrier
  • Lower control arm to front axle carrier
  • Tie rod end to tie rod
• Replacement of following parts:
  • Front axle carrier
  • Steering gear
  • Swivel bearing
  • Tie rod end
  • Lower control arm / rubber mount
  • Tie rod
  • Gaiter (if the tie rod end has to be screwed off)

OVERVIEW OF STEERING

Fig. 4: Overview Of Steering

1. Tie rod end/tie rod/gaiter
2. Power steering gear
3. Vane pump
4. Oil container
5. Bearing plate
6. Sleeve
7. Overview of steering (interior)
8. Steering spindle middle section
9. Steering spindle lower section
10. Adjustment work
11. Testing
12. Troubleshooting

OVERVIEW OF ACTIVE FRONT STEERING

Fig. 5: Overview Of Active Front Steering

1. Power steering gear
2. Eco valve (on power steering pump)
3. Control unit

OVERVIEW OF STEERING (INTERIOR)

Fig. 6: Overview Of Steering (Interior)

1. Airbag unit
2. Steering wheel
3. Upper steering column casing
4. Steering column
5. Lower steering column casing
6. Steering angle sensor

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