Front of Axle Support

Replacing Rubber Mount For Final Drive Mounting At Front (M3)





Remove final drive.

If necessary, recondition special tool 33 3 181.





Note: This work is shown on a rear axle carrier that has been removed.

Place special tool 33 3 181 with reconditioned side on rear axle carrier.

Withdraw rubber mount with special tools 33 3 312 / 314 / 315 / 181 and an M12 nut (1).





Coat new rubber mount and bearing bush with Circo light.
Refer to BMW Parts Service.

Install rubber mount (1) as far as it will go with special tools 33 3 314 / 315 / 316 and 33 4 174.