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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2013128I 2D CONVERTIBLE, ENG CD N52, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1585 (FRONT AXLE - REPAIR - E91 (AWD))
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans
Section 1585 (Front Axle - Repair - E91 (AWD))
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION Section 1585 (Front Axle - Repair - E91 (AWD))
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- 3100 General
- 00 Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin
- 31 00... Front axle + steering (AWD): wheel/chassis alignment check after specified work
- 31 00... Information on replacing shock absorbers
- 64 00 000 Information on using cleaning agent/paints (personal protection equipment)
- 31 00... Instructions (chassis components made of aluminum)
- 31.... Layout of spring strut shock absorber
- 31 00 Mobile table lift
- 31 00... Notes on repairing threads
- 31.... Overview of front axle (AWD)
- 31..... Overview of front differential/output shafts
- 00...... Raising vehicle with trolley jack
- 00 Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin
- 00 Safety information for working on vehicles with automatic engine start-stop function (MSA)
- 00 Safety instructions for handling oil
- 3110 Front Axle Suspension
- 3111 Front Sub-Frame
- 3112 Struts With Rubber Mounts
- 31 12 090 Removing and installing/replacing both compression struts (AWD)
- 31 12 026 Removing and installing/replacing guide joint in swivel bearing (AWD)
- 31 12 000 Removing and installing/replacing left or right control arm (AWD)
- 31 12... Replacing guide joint on both compression struts (AWD)
- 31 12 148 Replacing rubber mounts on both compression struts (AWD)
- 31 12 134 Replacing rubber mount in left or right trailing link
- 3121 Wheel Bearings And Stub Axle
- 3131 Spring Strut
- 31 00... Information on replacing shock absorbers
- 31.... Layout of spring strut shock absorber
- 31 31 003 Removing and installing complete front left or right spring strut (AWD)
- 51 71 371 Removing and installing/replacing tension strut on left or right spring strut dome
- 31 31 041 Replacing front left or right spring strut (AWD)
- 3133 Spring With Suspension
- 3135 Stabilizer Bar
- 3150 Front Axle Gearbox
- 3153 Differential With Bearings
- 3160 Output Shaft
- 31 60... Notes on removing and installing Low Profile band clamps
- 31 60... Pressing output shaft out of drive flange (wheel hub) and drawing in
- 31 60 000 Removing and installing/replacing left or right output shaft
- 31 60 530 Replacing an output shaft gaiter (on transmission side) (output shaft removed)
- 31 51 020 Replacing shaft seal for right output shaft
- 31 60 535 Replacing two gaiters on output shaft(s) (output shaft(s) removed)
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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.