Safety Warning
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.
2000 BMW 740iLFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Steering And Wheel Alignment - Repair
- Electronic Chassis
- 31 33 095 Measuring ride-level height of vehicle
- 32 00... Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment
- 32 00... General chassis and suspension definitions
- 32 00... General information and definitions
- 32 00... Identification of sport suspension
- 32 00... Identification of suspension without label
- 32 00... Move vehicle into normal position
- 32 00... Moving vehicle into design position
- 32 00... Notes
- 32 00... Suspension assignment via optional extras
- 32 00... Troubleshooting on the front axle / rear axle (alignment check)
- 32 00 150 Standard chassis / wheel alignment with DIN load
- 32 00 610 Adjusting front wheel alignment (with KDS)
- 32 00 620 Adjusting rear axle
- Steering Gear
- Steering Arms, Tie Rod
- Steering Column
- 32 00... Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment
- 32 31 003 Replacing Upper Section Of Steering Column Trim
- 32 31 020 Removing and installing / replacing lower section of steering column trim
- 32 31 070 Removing and installing or replacing (lower) steering spindle
- 32 31 082 Removing and installing or replacing steering angle sensor
- 32 31 090 Removing and installing complete steering column
- 32 31 151 Replacing upper steering spindle bearing
- 32 31 161 Replacing lower steering spindle bearing
- 32 31 241 Replacing adjusting lever for steering column
- 32 31 595 Dismantling and assembling complete steering column
- Steering Lock
- Steering Wheel
- Steering Wheel For Airbag
- Pump And Oil Supply
- 32 13 006 Bleeding power steering unit
- 32 41... Instructions for removing and installing ear clips
- 32 41... Instructions for using special tool 32 4 000
- 32 41... Layout of power steering unit components and lines
- 32 41... Notes on hydraulic line with quick-release coupling
- 32 41 001 Servotronic troubleshooting
- 32 41 009 Checking function of power-steering pump
- 32 41 060 Removing and installing vane pump for power steering unit
- Alignment Specifications
- Troubleshooting
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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