How to carry out replacement: Control Arm 2.5 BMW Z1 E30
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How to change rear suspension lower control arm on BMW Z1 Roadster – replacement guide

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Replacement: rear suspension lower control arm – BMW Z1. Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 18
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Pin punch
Hammer
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: rear suspension lower control arm – BMW Z1. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right lower control arms.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: rear suspension lower control arm – BMW Z1. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
    How to change Control Arm on BMW Z1 E30 1988 - free PDF and video manuals
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 3
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    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  3. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. BMW Z1
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Make a mark on the camber adjustment bolt.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the control arm to the rear knuckle. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 9
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    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush.
  9. Step 10
    Changing of Control Arm on BMW Z1 E30 1988 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Remove the fastening bolt. Use a drive socket #18. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 11
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a drive socket #18. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 12
    Replacing Control Arm on BMW Z1 E30 1990 2.5 by yourself
    Support the rear knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  12. Step 13
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    Remove the fastening bolts. Use a pin punch. Use a hammer. Use a crowbar. Use a combination spanner #18.
  13. Step 14
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    Remove the arm.
  14. Step 15
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    Clean the mounting seats and the thread of the suspension arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 16
    DIY replacement of Control Arm on BMW Z1 Roadster 2.5 1990 is not an issue anymore with our step-by-step tutorial
    Install a new arm.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: rear suspension lower control arm – BMW Z1. Use only new bolts and nuts for installation.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  16. Step 17
    How to change Control Arm on BMW Z1 E30 1988 - free PDF and video manuals
    Install the control arm fasteners. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a crowbar.
  17. Step 18
    How to replace BMW Z1 Roadster 2.5 1989 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Adjust the position of the alignment bolt according to the mark.
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