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.
2021 BMW M2 Automatic DCT TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Stripping Operations - Replacing Complete Left Carrier Support
NOTE:
Owing to the different engine variants and equipment specifications, not all the components are taken into consideration.
The following list basically represents the removal sequence.
The following list basically represents the removal sequence.
- Disconnect battery earth lead (FR number: 61 20 900)
- Remove bumper trim (FR number: 51 11 156)
- Remove intake silencer housing (FR number: 13 71 000)
- Remove coolant expansion tank (job number: 17 11 00)
- Remove front underbody protection assembly (job number: 51 47 490)
- Remove center front panel (job number: 41 33 050)
- Remove deformation element for front left bumper panel (job number: 51 11 770)
- Remove DSC hydraulic unit (job number: 34 51 527)
- Release line for air conditioning on capacitor
- Remove left wishbone (FR number: 3112 000)
- Remove trim panel for cover on side member (job number: 51 71 447)
- Remove front wheel arch cover (front section) (job number: 51 71 038)
- Remove front wheel arch cover (rear section) (job number: 51 71 039)
- Remove front side panel (job number: 41 35 081)
- Partially release left wiring harness
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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.
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