2002 BMW X5 How to change the front axle on BMW X5

2002 BMW X5
89,000 MILES • 4 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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JEFFHAYES
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Trying to change the front axle on BMW X5. Looking for a diagram?
Feb 28, 2010 at 3:31 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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To remove the axle, a 12 point 36mm socket will get the nut off and it will take a special tool to push the axle stub from the hubs, do not beat it with a hammer. The two big bolts at the strut come out and a pry bar will disengage the stub going into the differential, I usually take the plate off the bottom of the front sub-frame to make it easier. Amazon.com has the Robert Bentley car repair manuals for BMW, I highly recommend them.
Feb 28, 2010 at 5:54 PM
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