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2011 BMW X6 50i
Rear Axle - Service Techniques
2011 BMW X6 50iSECTION Rear Axle - Service Techniques
- Rear Axle
- Kinematic Diagnosis System and environment
- Notes
- 1. Foreword
- 2. Measuring options using the BMW Kinematic Diagnosis System
- 3. System description
- 3.1 BMW Kinematic Diagnosis System 1, based on the Beissbarth ML4000
- 3.2 Computer
- 3.3 Graphical tablet
- 3.4 Equipment cabinet
- 3.5 Remote display
- 3.6 Measuring sensors with CCD camera
- 3.7 BMW Quick-acting clamp
- 3.8 Rotating/sliding plates
- 3.9 Sensor pins
- 3.10 Spoiler adapter
- 3.11 Quick-clamping units
- 3.12 Retainers
- 4. Workstation
- 5. Chassis-related terms
- 6. Wheel suspension
- 7. Wheel alignment/procedure
- 8. Special features
- 9. BMW Kinematic Diagnosis System comparison (Bosch - Beissbarth)
- 10. Control modification (menu)
- 11. Updating the software/setpoint data
- 12. Creating, copying and editing setpoint data
- 13. Special functions
- 14. Modifications within program
- 15. Faults
- Single-axle electronic height control
- Notes
- Introduction
- Brief description of components
- System functions
- Notes
- Sleep mode
- Pre-mode
- Post-mode (readjustment)
- Normal mode
- Drive mode
- Cornering
- Twist
- Level-up function (only E61 All-wheel drive until 09/2006)
- Alternatively
- Inclination detection after tire pressure loss (only E70, E71 with 8-cylinder engine or option 4UB "3rd row of seats")
- Lifting platform
- Transport mode
- Production mode
- Kinematic Diagnosis System and environment
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.