32 00 ... Troubleshooting on rear axle (wheel/chassis alignment check)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 BMW 645Ci and 2004 BMW 645Ci. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Substandard roadholding, atypical noises, tyres worn on one side and toe/camber values which deviate from the nominal value are all indicators of damage to the suspension caused by road traffic accidents or similar impacts.

To carry out proper repairs, you must follow the procedure set out in the troubleshooting table below depending on the condition of the vehicle in question.

NOTE: If after chassis/suspension components have been replaced adjustment of camber/track alignment is not possible, the vehicle must be placed on the straightening bench

TROUBLESHOOTING ON REAR AXLE (WHEEL/CHASSIS ALIGNMENT CHECK)

Fault	Cause	Remedy
Camber/toe deviation	Rubber mount/ball joint of control or guide arm faulty	Replace control or guide arm
	Control or guide arm deformed	Replace control or guide arm
	Ball joint in wheel carrier faulty	Replace ball joint
	Integral link deformed	Replace integral link
	Rubber mount of swinging arm faulty	Replace swinging arm
	Swinging arm deformed	Replace swinging arm
	Rubber mount of rear axle carrier faulty	Replace rubber mount
	Rear axle carrier deformed	Replace rear axle carrier
Rear-wheel position incorrect	Rear axle carrier laterally displaced/skewed	Replace rubber mount