BMW X3 Quiz

Steering arms, tie rods, steer. damper

In this manual: Steering arms, tie rods, steer. damper
General information on preservation measures — 1Body cavity sealing — 1Body corrosion protection — 1Body repair instructions — 1Support members — 1Luggage compartment floor — 1Wheel wells — 1Side frame and door pillars — 1Roof outer skin — 1Dash cowl — 1Front trim panel — 1Rear trim panel — 1Side panels — 1Front side doors — 1Rear side doors — 1Front lid — 1Rear lid — 1Other flaps — 1Body special tools — 1General information — 1Handling brake fluids — 1Brake testing and bleeding — 1Front brakes — 1Rear brakes — 1Master brake cylinder — 1Brake lines — 1Brake booster — 1Electrical components/wear indicator — 1Parking brake — 1Mechanical/hydraulic components — 1Electronic components — 1Brakes — 1Front brake — 1Pedal mounting block — 1Brake pedal with linkage — 1Clutch pedal with linkage — 1Accelerator pedal actuation — 1Pedals — 1Specified grease — 1Propeller shaft, general — 1Propeller shaft assembly — 1Center console assembly — 1Front propeller shaft — 1Propeller shaft — 1Propeller shaft complete — 1Front axle repair instructions — 1Front axle suspension — 1Front sub-frame — 1Struts with rubber mounts — 1Wheel bearings and stub axle — 1Spring strut — 1Spring with suspension — 1Stabilizer bar — 1Front axle gearbox — 1Output shaft — 1Front axle — 1General information on high temperature multi-purpose grease — 1Rear axle repair instructions — 1Final drive with cover — 1Final drive mounting — 1Output shafts — 1Rear sub-frame — 1Control arms and struts — 1Axle mounting — 1Wheel bearings — 1Shock absorber — 1With suspension — 1Stabilizer bar — 1Rear axle — 1General information on final drive oil — 1Approved final drive oils for front and rear axle final drives with and without limited slip or viscous coupling — 1Final drive oil for bmw m1 motorsport coupe — 1Operating fluids as of 11/2015 — 1Brake pad replacement reminder — 1Emissions maintenance reminder — 1Maintenance service reminder — 1Tire pressure monitor system reminder — 1Description — 1Troubleshooting — 1Ignition wires, spark plugs — 1Ignition coil — 1Electronic switching or control units — 1Preheating relay — 1Preheater plugs — 1Alternator with drive and mounting — 1Controller — 1Starter with mounting — 1Starter lead — 1Engine wiring loom — 1Oil pressure/oil temperature/oil gauge — 1Switches and relays — 1Engine electrical system — 1Cabin air filter — 1Cabin air filter applications — 1Operating fluids - air conditioning and heating — 1Air conditioner refrigerant — 1Refrigeration oil — 1Note, overview components climate control — 1Heater with operation — 1Auxiliary. heater with control elements — 1Nozzles and outlets — 1Microfilter — 1Air conditioning, leak detection — 1Ac housing/evaporator, switching elements — 1Compressor — 1Condenser and dryer with lines — 1Heating and air conditioning — 1Front axle repair instructions — 1Front axle suspension — 1Front sub-frame — 1Struts with rubber mounts — 1Wheel bearings and stub axle — 1Spring strut — 1Spring with suspension — 1Stabilizer bar — 1Front axle gearbox — 1Front axle — 1General information on high temperature multi-purpose grease — 1Integrated suspension systems repair instructions — 1Front control and suspension elements — 1Rear control and suspension elements — 1Electrical components — 1Electronic damping force adjustment — 1Integrated suspension systems — 1Approved hydraulic fluids — 1Rear axle repair instructions — 1Final drive — 1Final drive with cover — 1Final drive mounting — 1Output shafts — 1Rear sub-frame — 1Control arms and struts — 1Axle mounting — 1Wheel bearings — 1Shock absorber — 1Springs with suspension — 1Stabilizer bar — 1Rear axle — 1General information on final drive oil — 1Approved final drive oils for front and rear axle final drives with and without limited slip or viscous coupling — 1Final drive oil for bmw m1 motorsport coupe — 1Operating fluids as of 11/2015 — 1Electronic chassis alignment — 1Mechanical steering gear — 1Steering gear with servo unit — 1Steering arms, tie rods, steer. damper — 1Steering column — 1Steering wheel — 1Steering wheel for airbag — 1Pump and oil supply — 1Steering and wheel alignment — 1Wheels — 1Disc wheels (rims) — 1Tires — 1Wheels with tires — 1Tire mounting paste — 1Engine mounting — 1Transmission suspension, automatic. transmission — 1Engine and gearbox suspension — 1Transmission in general — 1Transmission case, oil sump — 1Extension housing, bearings, seal — 1Mechanical attachments — 1Hydr/el control components/elements — 1Oil pump — 1Shift valves, parking lock — 1Torque converter — 1Automatic transmission — 1Automatic transmission fluid for zf-transmission GA8HP45Z / GA8HP50Z / GA8HP70Z / GA8HP90Z / GA8P70H / GA8P75H / GA8HP75Z — 1General information on automatic transmission fluids — 1Approved automatic transmission fluids for initial fillings and correcting fluid levels — 1Checking transmission fluid level — 1Transmission fluid change intervals (if applicable) — 1Transfer case, general — 1Transfer box — 1Transmission shafts — 1Transfer box special tools — 1Transfer box in general (atc 45l) — 1Transmission in general — 1Bearing in housing, sealing ring — 1SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS — 1
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  • Instructions for removing and installing ear clips
  • Removing and installing/replacing left or right track rod end
  • Replacing (removing and installing) left or right track rod

Instructions for removing and installing ear clips

Special tools required:

  • 32 1 260

NOTE: The work steps are show on assorted components. Ear clip must always be replaced.

To remove an ear clip, place special tool 32 1 260 at right angles to ear and cut ear open.

Suspension

The ear clip can be fitted not only axially but also radially after the hook fastener has been opened.

Suspension

Attach hook fastener and press ear together with special tool 32 1 260.

Suspension

The diagonal cutting pliers of special tool 32 1 260 can be used in areas which are difficult to access.

Suspension

IMPORTANT: Gap (A) max. 1 mm!

Suspension

Removing and installing/replacing left or right track rod end

Special tools required:

  • 31 2 300

NOTE: If the track rod end to track rod screw connection is released, it is necessary after reinstallation to carry out a wheel alignment check.

Necessary preliminary work:

  • Remove FRONT WHEEL .

IMPORTANT: Do not release track rod end from swivel bearing with impact tool.

Check rubber boot and sliding ring for damage.

Do not pull stainless steel ring off journal.

If renewing swivel bearing, check seal seat of sliding ring between track rod and swivel bearing, replacing track rod end if necessary.

Loosen nut (1), gripping inner Torx socket if necessary.

Press track rod end (2) with special tool 31 2 300 off swivel bearing.

Unscrew nut (1).

Installation note:

Keep track rod end (2) to swivel bearing connection clean and free from oil and grease.

Replace self-locking nut.

Suspension

Determine dimension (A) to simplify following adjustment of front axle.

Loosen nut (1).

Screw off track rod end; if necessary, grip track rod with open-end spanner.

Installation note:

Check GAITER for damage, replace if necessary.

Screw track rod end onto track rod to dimension (A).

Suspension

After installation:

  • Perform WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK.

Replacing (removing and installing) left or right track rod

Special tools required:

  • 32 3 160

IMPORTANT: The steering box must be replaced if the polished surface of the rack is damaged (e.g. by corrosion)!

Necessary preliminary work:

  • Remove TRACK ROD END FROM SWIVEL BEARING.
  • Remove GAITER FROM STEERING BOX and slide back

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to rack and to suspension mounting, move rack in as far as possible.

Unscrew track rod with special tool 32 3 160 from rack of steering box.

Installation note:

Clean rack.

Check surface of rack for damage (e.g. corrosion).

Suspension

On replacement, assemble new part with gaiter:

  • Determine dimension (A) on used part to simplify following adjustment of front axle
  • Slacken clamping nut (2)
  • Screw off track rod end; if necessary, grip track rod with open-end spanner
  • Remove clamping ring (1) and screw off clamping nut (2)
  • Slide gaiter (4) and ear clamp and band clamp (3) onto track rod
  • Slide clamping nut (2) and clamping ring (1) onto track rod
  • Screw track rod end onto track rod to dimension (A)
  • Tighten down clamping nut (2)
Suspension

After installation: Only if replacing/removing track rod end: Perform CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK.

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