Remove torsion springs (540i 2017-2022, 540i xDrive 2017-2022)

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Torsion spring

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CAUTION: Spring preload.
Injury hazard!

The use of the specified special tool (tool) is mandatory.
Carry out the described steps properly.

NOTE: Wear safety goggles.

NOTE: For disassembly and installation of the torsion spring, special tool 2 359 088 is used. Due to technical modifications in the torsion spring, special tool 5 A0B 120 is mounted on the existing special tool 2 359 088.

NOTE: Information on modification can be found in the additional information.

NOTE: Alternative to the new special tool 5 A24 F30, the already known special tool SWZ: 2 359 088 can be used in modified form.

NOTE: Information on modification can be found in the additional information.

NOTE: The modified special tool is upward compatible.

NOTE: When replacing one or more torsion springs:

NOTE: When removing the torsion spring, it is imperative to note the part number of the torsion spring.

NOTE: A mixed installation of torsion springs is only permitted in combination with the appropriate intermediate lever.

NOTE: For further information on possible combinations, see the applicable BMW parts catalogue.

Keep set of special tools 2 359 088 for removing the torsion spring with an S-shaped contour ready:

Number	Description
1	Clamping lever
2	Mount for the clamping lever (for a torsion spring with an S-shaped contour)

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Keep the set of special tools 5 A24 F30 or, alternatively, the modified special tool 2 359 088 ready for removing the torsion spring with an L/S-shaped contour:

Number	Description
1	Clamping lever
2	Mount for the clamping lever (for a torsion spring with an L/S-shaped contour)

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Version with a torsion spring with an s-shaped contour with set of special tools 5 A24 F30 or the modified special tool 2 359 088:
Move shaped part (1) to the contact surface in the arrow direction.

Turn wing screw (2) until hand-tight.

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Version with a torsion spring with an L-shaped contour with the set of special tools 5 A24 F30 or the modified special tool 2 359 088:
Move shaped part (1) to the contact surface in the arrow direction.

Turn wing screw (2) until hand-tight.

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Open clamping lever (1) and position it on torsion spring (2).

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Ensure that clamping lever (1) rests flat on the cylinder head in area (2).
Close clamping lever (1) carefully until snap-in hooks (3) engage audibly.

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Check

Check if clamping lever (1) is positioned correctly on the torsion spring in the marked areas.

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Result

» Clamping lever (1) is not positioned correctly on the torsion spring.

Measure

Relax clamping lever (1) carefully and repeat the process.
Clamp mount (1) in vice (2).
Position the clamping lever (3) with the preloaded torsion spring (5) in the mount (1) in the arrow direction.
Snap-in hooks (4) of clamping lever (3) are used to relax clamping lever (3).

Torsion spring (5) is thus relaxed.

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Version with a torsion spring with an s-shaped contour and the special tool 2 359 088:

Unlock clamping lever (1) of special tool 2 359 088 carefully in the corresponding mount.

Ensure that torsion spring (2) rests correctly in the lateral guides (arrows) and mark of clamping lever (1) when releasing it.

Place torsion spring (2) properly in special tool 0 495 105 (11 4 480).

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Version with a torsion spring with an s-shaped contour and set of special tools 5 A24 F30 or the modified special tool 2 359 088:
Unlock the clamping lever (1) of the set of special tools 5 A24 F30 or alternatively the modified special tool 2 359 088 in the corresponding mount carefully.

Ensure that torsion spring (2) rests correctly in the lateral guides (arrows) and mark of clamping lever (1) while releasing it.

Place torsion spring (2) properly in special tool 0 495 105 (11 4 480).

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Version with a torsion spring with an L-shaped contour and set of special tools 5 A24 F30 or the modified special tool 2 359 088:
Unlock the clamping lever (1) of the set of special tools 5 A24 F30 or the modified special tool 2 359 088 in the corresponding mount carefully.

Ensure that torsion spring (2) rests correctly in the lateral guides (arrows) and mark of clamping lever (1) while releasing it.

Place torsion spring (2) properly in special tool 0 495 105 (11 4 480).

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Repeat the steps for the remaining torsion springs.