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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2007530XI 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 10 (SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES)WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURESTOE-IN ADJUSTMENTREAR (E65)
2007 BMW 530xi 4D Sedan, Standard
Rear (E65)
2007 BMW 530xi 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Rear (E65)
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NOTE:
A change of camber always involves a change of toe. Adjust camber first. See REAR (E65) under CAMBER ADJUSTMENT.
- Replace nut (1). Ensure eccentric washer (2) is correctly located. See Fig 1. Tighten nut (1) to specification. See E65 under TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
- Release nut (1) again by 1/2 to 1 turn.
- Adjust toe with eccentric screw (3) precisely to specification. See E65 under WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS.
- Ensure eccentric washer is correctly located (2). See Fig 1. Tighten nut (1) to specification. See E65 under TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
CAUTION:
If the nut is tightened down more than 10 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.