Oh if we all had the use of a vehicle lift... I've never come across a ball joint that "falls" out of its taper like that.. this guy must be blessed..lol I'm just about to replace these arms on My M5... can't see me doing each side in 10 mins though..
What exact year and model of E60 is this BMW? My E60's front thrust control arms does not have ball joint spindle's attached. So clearly this E60 is not the exact same vehicle as my E60 which is a 528xi (North American)
Thank you for your feedback! Our car 2005 release. The suspension design depends on the configuration of the car and the engine that is installed there. To select the necessary spare part, we recommend contacting our support team, where we will look through the catalog your car strictly according to VIN. Best Regards, Autodoc Team!
My car (2008 535xi) apparently has a ball joint that is separate from the control arm which I believe is hard to remove. Any insight on this would be appreciated?
It was hopeless to even try to twist the 22mm nut on the ball joint end in order to release it; they were "welded" (corrosion) together after so many years. Fortunately, there is enough space for an electric angle grinder, with which I cut off a part of the nut. Then I hit the remaining piece with a hammer and so it dropped down.
You are absolutely right. All the main bolt connections must be tightened with a torque wrench. This video is considered to be an informative one, so it just shows the sequence of repairs. Best regards, Autodoc.
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Oh if we all had the use of a vehicle lift... I've never come across a ball joint that "falls" out of its taper like that.. this guy must be blessed..lol I'm just about to replace these arms on My M5... can't see me doing each side in 10 mins though..
How did it go?
doesn't the strut arm have to be pried up and out of the way to get ball joint to clear??
What exact year and model of E60 is this BMW? My E60's front thrust control arms does not have ball joint spindle's attached. So clearly this E60 is not the exact same vehicle as my E60 which is a 528xi (North American)
Thank you for your feedback! Our car 2005 release. The suspension design depends on the configuration of the car and the engine that is installed there. To select the necessary spare part, we recommend contacting our support team, where we will look through the catalog your car strictly according to VIN.
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It’s because yours is 4 wheel drive. This is rear wheel.
Can you please tell me what rolling system the bottle jack is resting on as you roll it from place to place?. Thank you.
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My car (2008 535xi) apparently has a ball joint that is separate from the control arm which I believe is hard to remove. Any insight on this would be appreciated?
Thank you for the feedback! We strongly recommend you to visit a specialized car service center. Best regards, Autodoc.
It was hopeless to even try to twist the 22mm nut on the ball joint end in order to release it; they were "welded" (corrosion) together after so many years. Fortunately, there is enough space for an electric angle grinder, with which I cut off a part of the nut. Then I hit the remaining piece with a hammer and so it dropped down.
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excellent video, subscribed! now i know im in the wrong business, my stealership would charge me several hundred for this, and i can do it myself
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No torque wrench?
You are absolutely right. All the main bolt connections must be tightened with a torque wrench. This video is considered to be an informative one, so it just shows the sequence of repairs. Best regards, Autodoc.
Any link the torque specs?
why cant you talk? it would be 1000 times better if you explained some steps.
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no speak english
Suspension needs to be loaded in order to tight bushings big mistake
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Veselin Paskov also locking nuts must be replaced
Suspension was loaded with the jack. How loaded does it have to be?
It was loaded idiot
also the music is. the worst