31 00... Notes On Threaded Chassis M3 GTS
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The BMW M3 GTS features a threaded chassis with the following range of adjustments:
- Vehicle height.
- Camber on front axle.
- Rebound/compression stage, shock absorber.
This can be used to adjust the chassis to different road profiles and driving styles.
The chassis has two preset setups:
- Road setup = factory setting for operation in traffic.
- Racetrack setup = setting for operation on a racetrack only.
IMPORTANT:
For operation in traffic, the factory settings (road setup) must be used!
Note the following procedures for setting the various setups:
Recommended adjustment values:
| Road setup | Rebound stage | Compression stage | Ride level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Axle | 8 clicks open | 5 clicks open | 613 |
| Rear axle | 9 clicks open | 4 clicks open | 597 |
| Racetrack setup | |||
| Front Axle | 8 clicks open | 3 clicks open | 597 |
| Rear axle | 9 clicks open | 2 clicks open | 585 |