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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW1992325IS AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSUSPENSIONWHEEL ALIGNMENTSPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURESWHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURESTOE-IN ADJUSTMENTREAR (E53)
1992 BMW 325is Automatic
Rear (E53)
1992 BMW 325is AutomaticSECTION Rear (E53)
NOTE:
Unscrew a stubborn nut with special tool (32 3 152).
- Release nut (1) with special tool (32 3 151/152) and remove. See Fig 1.
- Replace nut (1). Eccentric washer (2) must be located between stops. See Figure.
- Tighten down new nut (1) with special tool (32 3 151/152) to specification. See E53 under TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
- Slacken nut (1) approximately 3/4 turn.
- Adjust toe-in by turning eccentric screw. See Figure. Tighten to specification. See E53 under WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS.
- Tighten down nut with special tool (32 3 151/152) to specification. See E53 under TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
CAUTION:
If the nut is tightened down more than 4 times during adjustment, it must be replaced again. The self-locking effect becomes too slight.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.