Complete Assembly

Removing and installing/replacing final drive (compact, Z3)

Note:
When replacing the final drive, note rear axle ratio and version (with or without differential lock). Both pieces of information are embossed in type plate on final drive cover.
If applicable, drain final drive oil.

Installation:
Top up final drive.
Comply with specified oil quantity.
Removing propeller shaft from input flange.
Pull off speedometer signal plug.
Unscrew left and right stabilizer mounts.





Unscrew and suspend left and right output shafts from car on a piece of wire.

Installation:
Use washers (1).
Tightening torque, refer to Specifications.





Support final drive with transmission hoist and special tool 33 4 390.





Unscrew bolts.

Installation:
Tightening torque, refer to Specifications.





Unscrew screw.
Lower lifter slowly and move out final drive towards rear.

Installation:
Tightening torque, refer to Specifications.