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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2001330CI CONVERTIBLE (E46) L6-3.0L (M54)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEFRAMECROSS-MEMBERSERVICE AND REPAIR
2001 BMW 330Ci Convertible (E46) L6-3.0L (M54)
Cross-Member: Service and Repair
2001 BMW 330Ci Convertible (E46) L6-3.0L (M54)SECTION Service and Repair
Remove/Replacing Tension Strut For Rear Axle Carrier
M3:
Remove V-strut.
Remove intermediate pipe with catalytic converter.
Remove panel from fuel tank.
Remove heat shield.
Remove tension strut from body and rear axle carrier.
1 = Nuts
2 = Screws
Installation:
Tightening torque for:
Nut (1), refer to 33 33 3AZ
Screw (2), refer to 33 32 17AZ
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.