BMW X5: Replacing Rubber Mounts On Both Tension Struts
BMW X5 (G05) 2019-2025 Service & Repair Manual / Front Axle / Struts W. Rubber Mounts / Replacing Rubber Mounts On Both Tension Struts
Special tools required:
- 31 3 032
- 33 3 322
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Check wheel control joints of tension struts while installed, replace tension struts if necessary.
- Remove tension struts.
Using a press and special tools 33 3 322 and 31 3 032 , press rubber mount out of tension strut.
NOTE: Special tool 33 3 322 must be exactly flush with rubber mount bushing.
.png)
Fig. 56: Identifying Special Tool (33 3 322)
Installation:
Keep rubber mount and bushing in tension strut clean and free from grease.
Align rubber mounts to each other using markings and press in. The deviation (A) must not exceed +- 5º.
.png)
Fig. 57: Aligning Rubber Mounts Using Markings
Installation:
Protrusion (A) equally large.
.png)
Fig. 58: Identifying Protrusion
READ NEXT:
Wheel Bearings And STU
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT SWIVEL BEARING
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove wheel bearing.
IMPORTANT: Secure swivel bearing against falling out.
Replacement only: Remove brak
Information On Replacing Shock Absorbers
Facts:
When a shock absorber is faulty on one side (leaking, noises, limit values
exceeded on the shock tester), often
both shock absorbers on the axle in question are replaced.
Consequence:
This is
SEE MORE:
Manually Unlocking Transmission Lock
For various tasks, it is necessary to unlock and lock the transmission lock.
This can be done from inside or underneath the vehicle.
From vehicle interior:
Refer to MANUAL EMERGENCY UNLOCKING OF TRANSMISSION LOCK.
Underneath car:
Remove underbody protection.
Press lever (1) towards rear.
Oil Cooler
FLUSHING OIL COOLER WITH LINES (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION)
Special tools required:
17 2 018 17 2 010 SET OF ADAPTERS
17 2 019 17 2 010 SET OF ADAPTERS
NOTE: Carry out the work steps listed when:
Fitting a new or replacement transmission
Flushing can only be carried out with the automatic transmissi
© 2019-2025 Copyright www.bmwx5info.com
