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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2023M3 BASE, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)COLLISIONSTRUCTURALCOLLISION - BODY PANEL REPAIR (G80)BODY PANEL REPAIR41 11 SUPPORT41 11 205 COMPLETELY REPLACING THE LEFT CARRIER SUPPORT (M3 BASE, M3 COMPETITION, M3 COMPETITION M XDRIVE, M3 CS)REMOVING DAMAGED SELF-TAPPING SCREWS
2023 BMW M3 Base, Standard Trans
Removing Damaged Self-Tapping Screws
2023 BMW M3 Base, Standard TransSECTION Removing Damaged Self-Tapping Screws
Precondition
Sealant has been removed from the screw head
NOTE:
Schematic diagram is for example purposes. Some parts may differ in certain details
- Position the chisel (1) on the side of the screw head
- Loosen the screw (2) by hitting it with a hammer
- Repeat the process until the screw (2) has turned by approximately 90°
- Remove the screw (1) using pliers (2)
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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.