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.
Rear (E36)
2001 BMW M5SECTION Rear (E36)
NOTE:
A change in camber also means a change in toe. This means that camber must be adjusted first.
- Replace and tighten down hexagon collar nut. The eccentric washer must be located between the support cams. Tighten collar nut to specification. See E36 under TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
- Slacken hexagon collar nut approximately 1/2 turn. See Fig 1. Turn eccentric screw and adjust camber to specification. See E36 under WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS.
- Tighten hexagon collar nut again to specification. See E36 under TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
CAUTION:
If the hexagon collar nut is tightened down more than 10 times during adjustment, it must be replaced. The self-locking effect becomes too slight.
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.