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2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans
Section 1075 (Front Axle - Repair)
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION Section 1075 (Front Axle - Repair)
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- General
- 00 Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin
- 00 Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin
- 00 Safety instructions for handling oil
- 00...... Raising vehicle with trolley jack
- 31... Front axle overview
- 31.... Layout of spring strut shock absorber
- 31.... Overview of front differential/output shafts
- 31 00... Front axle + steering: wheel/chassis alignment check must be carried out after the following work
- 31 00... Information on replacing shock absorbers
- 31 00... Instructions (chassis components made of aluminum)
- 31 00... Notes on repairing threads
- 23 0 020 Holder
- 00 Safety information for working on vehicles with automatic engine start-stop function (MSA)
- Front Axle Suspension
- Front Sub-Frame
- Struts W/Rubber Mounts
- 31 12 002 Removing and installing/replacing top left control arm
- 31 12 003 Removing and installing/replacing top right control arm
- 31 12 003 Removing and installing / replacing top right wishbone
- 31 12 004 Removing and installing/replacing left or right lower control arm
- 31 12 007 Replacing rubber mounts for front axle carrier in both lower control arms
- 31 12 008 Replacing rubber mounts for spring strut holder in both lower control arms
- 31 12 043 Removing and installing/replacing complete front left or right spring strut holder
- 31 12 050 Removing and installing/replacing left or right tension strut
- 31 12 134 Replacing rubber mounts on both tension struts/trailing links
- Wheel Bearing And Stub Axle
- Spring Strut
- Spring With Suspension
- Stabilizer Bar
- Front Axle Gearbox
- Differential With Bearings
- 31 51 010 Replacing radial seal for drive flange of front differential
- 31 51 015 Replacing shaft seal for left output shaft
- 31 51 020 Replacing shaft seal for right output shaft
- 31 51 060 Replacing O-ring for front differential on right
- 31 51 065 Replacing O-ring for bearing block
- 31 53 040 Removing and installing/replacing right output shaft bearing block
- Output Shaft
- 31 60... Notes on removing and installing Low Profile band clamps
- 31 60... Securing right output shaft with special tool 31 4 180
- 31 60... Pressing output shaft out of drive flange (wheel hub) and drawing in
- 31 60 003 Removing and installing or replacing left output shaft
- 31 60 004 Removing and installing/replacing right output shaft
- 31 60 530 Replacing an output shaft gaiter (on transmission side) (output shaft removed)
- 31 60 535 Replacing two gaiters on output shaft(s) (output shaft(s) removed)
- Troubleshooting
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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.