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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2004325CI CONVERTIBLE (E46) L6-2.5L (M56)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRADJUSTING TOE-IN ON FRONT AXLE (WITH KDS)
2004 BMW 325Ci Convertible (E46) L6-2.5L (M56)
Adjusting Toe-In on Front Axle (With KDS)
2004 BMW 325Ci Convertible (E46) L6-2.5L (M56)SECTION Adjusting Toe-In on Front Axle (With KDS)
Adjusting Toe-In on Front Axle (With KDS)
Move wheels and steering gear to straight-ahead position (markings on cap (1) and on housing (2) must line up).
Slacken clamping nut (1) on steering tie rod.
Adjust wheel toe-in to specified value by turning tie rod at hexagon head (2).
Installation:
Make sure steering packing is not turned.
Tie rod clamping nut 45 Nm
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.