LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> BMW >> 2013 >> 135is 2D Convertible, Standard Trans >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different car >> Section 1930 (Steering And Wheel Alignment - Repair) >> Pump And Oil Supply >> 32 41... Instructions for removing and installing ear clips

32 41... Instructions for removing and installing ear clips

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 18 other vehicles, including the 2015 BMW Alpina B7L xDrive, 2015 BMW Alpina B7 xDrive, 2015 BMW 750i xDrive, 2015 BMW 750Li xDrive, and 2015 BMW 740Li xDrive. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special tools required: 

NOTE: The work steps are show on assorted components.
Ear clip must always be replaced.

To remove an ear clip, place special tool 32 1 260 at right angles to ear and cut ear open.

Fig 1: Removing Ear Clip Using Tool (32 1 260)
G08515609Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

The ear clip can be fitted not only axially but also radially after the hook fastener has been opened.

Fig 2: Identifying Ear Clip
G08515610Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Attach hook fastener and press ear together with special tool 32 1 260.

Fig 3: Pressing Ear Together Using Tool (32 1 260)
G08515651Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

The diagonal cutting pliers of special tool 32 1 260 can be used in areas which are difficult to access.

Fig 4: Pressing Ear Together Using Special Tool 32 1 260 (Diagonal Cutting Pliers)
G08515612Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
IMPORTANT: Gap (A) max. 1 mm!
Fig 5: Identifying Ear Clip Gap Dimensions
G08515613Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
scientia non olet · About LEMON Manuals