Special Tools - BMW 5251 Service Manual

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Rear Suspension
This repair group covers removal and replacement of E39
rear suspension components. A general description of sus-
pension systems and ride height specifications can be found
in
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Suspension, Steering and Brakes
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General.
CAUTIOI\C
Some E39 models are equipped with aluminum suspen-
sion components. The following cautions apply:
Due to the chemical and corrosion characteristics of
aluminum, do not bring into contact with battery acid.
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Do not clean with wire brushes with brass or iron bris-
tles. Only use brushes with stainless steel bristles.
Do not expose to flying sparl~s from grinding/cutting op-
erations.
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Do not subject to steel welding splashes.
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Do not expose to temperatures over 80°C (176°F).
even for shortperlods. Temperatures in painting facili-
ties are not a problem.
Special tools
Special service tools are required for some of the work de-
scribed in this repair group. Most of these tools are special-
ized press jigs and pullers that might be replaced by standard
pullers of various sizes.
Read the procedures through before beginning any job.
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Strut upper mounting nut socket
(Tool No. BMW 31 2 21 0)
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Axle shaft removal and installation set
Spring compressor
(Tool No. BMW 31 3 340.31 3 350)