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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2013128I 2D CONVERTIBLE, ENG CD N52, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSUSPENSIONWHEEL ALIGNMENTSTEERING AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT - REPAIRELECTRONIC CHASSIS ALIGNMENT32 00... IDENTIFYING SUSPENSION FROM LABEL ON FRONT AXLE
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans
32 00... Identifying suspension from label on front axle
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION 32 00... Identifying suspension from label on front axle
NOTE:
The type of suspension can be identified from the label on the spring strut/shock absorber.
Label:
- BMW part number
- Type of suspension
- BA = Standard suspension (basic)
- SP = Sport suspension or rough road package
- HP = Performance sport suspension
- 60BAX =E60, E61 AWD
- MSP = M Sport suspension
- CHL = China Long
- Optional extra 815 = rough road package
In the case of "SP" identification, there is a further distinction between:
- Sport suspension without spacer ring (A)
- Rough road package with spacer ring (A) above the support bearing
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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.