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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2008M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRADJUSTING REAR AXLE
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)
Adjusting Rear Axle
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)SECTION Adjusting Rear Axle
32 00 620 - Adjusting rear axle
Note:
A camber change always means a toe change as well. The camber must therefore be adjusted first.
Important!
Only on cars with Active Cruise Control:
Because the axis of motion is the reference for ACC adjustment, it is necessary after an adjustment of the rear axle which alters the axis of motion also to check the adjustment of the ACC sensor!
Adjusting camber:
Replace nut (2) and tighten to 5 Nm.
Turn eccentric bolt (1) to adjust camber to setpoint value.
Tighten nut (2).
Tightening torque 33 32 20AZ Control Arms and Struts (Rear).
Adjusting toe:
Replace nut (2) and tighten to 5 Nm.
Turn eccentric bolt (1) to adjust toe to specified value.
Tighten nut (2).
Tightening torque 33 32 5AZ Control Arms and Struts (Rear).
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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.