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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2013128I 2D CONVERTIBLE, ENG CD N52, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 804 (STEERING AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT - REPAIR)
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans
Section 804 (Steering And Wheel Alignment - Repair)
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION Section 804 (Steering And Wheel Alignment - Repair)
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- 00 Electronic chassis alignment
- 32.... Overview of steering
- 32.... Overview of steering wheel / casing components / lock cylinder
- 32 00... Chassis/wheel alignment check procedure
- 32 00... General chassis and suspension definitions
- 32 00... General information and definitions
- 32 00... Identification of suspension without label
- 32 00... Information on replacing steering gear after accident damage
- 32 00... Moving vehicle into design position
- 32 00... Moving vehicle into normal position
- 32 00... Performing rim runout compensation
- 32 00... Test conditions for chassis/wheel alignment check
- 32 00... Troubleshooting after wheel/chassis alignment check on front axle
- 32 00... Troubleshooting after wheel/chassis alignment check on rear axle
- 32 00 150 KDS chassis/wheel alignment check with load up to design position
- 32 00 155 KDS chassis/wheel alignment check with ride-height measurement without load
- 32 00 610 Adjusting toe-in and camber on front axle
- 32 00 620 Adjusting rear axle
- 61 31 996 Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment
- 11 mechanical steering gear
- 13 steering gear with servo unit
- 21 steering arms, tie rods, steering damper
- 31 steering column
- 32 31 003 Replacing upper section of steering column trim
- 32 31 020 Removing and installing / replacing lower section of steering column trim
- 32 31 070 Removing and installing / replacing lower section of steering spindle
- 32 31 082 Removing and installing/replacing steering angle sensor
- 32 31 090 Removing and installing/replacing steering column
- 32 31 102 Replacing steering spindle sleeve
- 32 31 219 Removing and installing/replacing double joint with flexible disk
- 32 31 241 Replacing adjusting lever for steering column
- 32 steering lock
- 33 steering wheel
- 34 steering wheel for airbag
- 41 pump and oil supply
- 32 41... Instructions for removing and installing ear clips
- 32 41... Instructions for using special tool 32 4 000
- 32 41... Notes on hydraulic line with quick-connect coupling
- 32 41 001 Servotronic troubleshooting
- 32 41 009 Checking function of power steering vane pump
- 32 41 060 Removing and installing/replacing power steering vane pump (N52)
- 32 41 100 Removing and installing/replacing belt pulley on vane pump for power steering
- 32 41 250 Removing and installing/replacing fluid reservoir for power steering (M54, N46, N52)
- 32 41 311 Replacing suction line for power steering (N52)
- 32 41 331 Replacing pressure line for power steering (N52)
- 32 41 341 Replacing cooler return line for power steering (M54, N46, N52)
- 32 41 351 Replacing return line for power steering
- 43 Electronic power steering
- 90 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:
- 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.