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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2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans
Section 2018 (Front Axle - Repair)
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION Section 2018 (Front Axle - Repair)
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- General
- 00 Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin
- 31 00... Front axle + steering: wheel/chassis alignment check must be carried out after the following work
- 31..... Front axle overview
- 31 00... Information on replacing shock absorbers
- 31 00... Instructions (chassis components made of aluminium)
- 00..... Lifting the vehicle using a vehicle hoist
- 31 00 Mobile table lift
- 31 00... Notes
- 41 00... Notes on repairing threads
- 31 00... Notes on repairing threads
- 31..... Overview of front axle 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
- Underbody Protection
- Front Sub-Frame
- Struts With Rubber Mounts
- 31 12 003 Removing and installing / replacing top right wishbone
- 31 12 004 Removing and installing/replacing bottom left or right control arm (all-wheel drive vehicle)
- 31 12 050 Removing and installing/replacing left or right trailing link (all-wheel drive vehicle)
- 31 12 002 Removing and installing/replacing top left wishbone
- 31 12 134 Replacing rubber mount in left or right trailing link
- 31 12 138 Replacing rubber mounts on both trailing links
- Wheel Bearings And Stub Axle
- Spring Strut
- Spring With Suspension
- Stabilizer Bar
- Front Axle Gearbox
- 31 50... Check/change front axle differential oil
- 31 50 001 Removing and installing/replacing front axle differential
- 31 51 060 Replacing O-ring for front axle differential on right
- 31 51 010 Replacing radial seal for drive flange of front axle differential
- 31 51 015 Replacing shaft seal for left output shaft
- Differential With Bearings
- Output Shaft
- 31 60... Notes on removing and installing Low Profile band clamps
- 31 60 005 Removing and installing/replacing both output shafts
- 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 51 015 Replacing shaft seal for left output shaft
- 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.