BMW 1999-2005 M3 Service Manual page 595

Front Axle Final Drive
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Support control arm. Working at rear of
subframe, remove control arm rear
bracket mounting bolts (arrows).
- Using BMW special tool 31 1 170
or equivalent pry bar, pry inner CV
joint out of bearing pedestal.
Release pinch bolt at top of
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steering arm. Pull steering arm
down from strut assembly and
remove steering arm, drive axle,
and control arm assembly.
Remove grounding strap on
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bearing pedestal. Remove four
bolts retaining bearing pedestal to
oil pan, and remove pedestal.
Install new sealing ring, coating
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inside edge with assembly
lubricant. Push assembly ring up
to sealing ring.
Note:
Sealing and assembly rings
between oil pan and differential
must be replaced before
differential is installed.
Assembly ring prevents damage
when bearing pedestal is installed.
When bearing pedestal is installed
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