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Home >> BMW >> 2017 >> 530i >> Repair and Diagnosis (Single Page) >> Drivelines & Axles >> Differentials & Drive Axles >> Front Axle - Repair (G30) >> 31 11 Front Axle Carrier >> 31 11 040 Removing and installing/replacing thrust field (AWD vehicles except PHEV) (530i xDrive 2017-2022, 540i xDrive 2017-2022, M550i xDrive 2018-2022) >> Removing the stiffening plate

Removing the stiffening plate

WARNING: Vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist if the vehicle hoist is handled incorrectly.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
Driving without thrust field is not permissible.

Preliminary work 

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
Driving without thrust field is not permissible.
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