Wheel Bearings

2021 BMW i3 Range ExtenderSECTION Wheel Bearings
33 41 WHEEL BEARINGS - TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATIONS

Type Thread Tightening specifications Dimension
1AZ Drive flange hub to output shaft I01 M16 Replace screw.
Tightening torque 50 Nm
Angle of rotation 155°
2AZ Wheel bearing to wheel carrier
NB: Pay attention to the allocation of wheel bearing screws.
I01 M12x1.5 Replace screws.
Tightening torque 80 Nm
Angle of rotation 90°
M12x1.25 Replace screws.
Tightening torque 120 Nm
Angle of rotation 90°
RENDER: 1.0x

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