Integrated Suspension Systems - Repair - e92/e93 BMW M3 E90

00 Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin

Danger of poisoning!

Ingesting oil or absorbing through the skin may cause poisoning!

Possible symptoms are

1. Headaches
2. Dizziness
3. Stomach aches
4. Vomiting
5. Diarrhoea
6. Cramps/fits
7. Unconsciousness

Protective measures/rules of conduct

1. Pour oil only into appropriately marked containers
2. Do not pour oil into drinking vessels (drinks bottles, glasses, cups or mugs)
3. Observe country-specific safety regulations

First aid measures

1. Do not induce vomiting.

If the person affected is still conscious, he/she must rinse out their mouth with water, drink plenty of water and consult a doctor immediately.

If the person affected is unconscious, do not administer anything by mouth, place the person in the recovery position and seek immediate medical attention.

00 Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin

Danger of injury!

Contact with eyes or skin may result in injury!

Possible symptoms are

1. Impaired sight
2. Irritation of the eyes
3. Reddening of the skin
4. Rough and cracked skin

Protective measures/rules of conduct

1. Wear protective goggles
2. Wear oil-resistant protective gloves
3. Observe country-specific safety regulations

First aid measures

1. Eye contact: Rinse eyes immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; if available, use an eye-rinsing bottle. If irritation of the eyes persists, consult a doctor.
2. Skin contact: Wash off with soap and water immediately. If irritation persists, consult a doctor.

Note. Do not use solvents/thinners.

00 Safety instructions for handling oil

Recycling

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Measures if oil is unintentionally released

1. Personal precautionary measures: Danger of slipping! Keep non-involved persons away from the work area. Wear personal protective clothing/equipment.
2. Environmental protection measures: Prevent oil from draining into drain channels, sewerage systems, pits, cellars, water and the ground.
3. Limiting spread: Use oil blocks to prevent the surface spread of oil.
4. Cleaning procedure: Bind and dispose of escaped oil with nonflammable absorbents.

Note. Do not flush oil away with water or aqueous cleaning agents.

Scheme 1

Safety instructions

37 14 017 Removing and installing/replacing front mounted acceleration sensor (M3)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove front wheel arch cover (rear section) . See «51 71 039 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER (REAR SECTION)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e9293-m3__51-71-039-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screws (2) and remove mounted acceleration sensor (3).

Scheme 2

37 14 027 Removing and installing/replacing rear mounted acceleration sensor (M3)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove holder for rear right bumper . See «51 12 801 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING HOLDER FOR REAR LEFT OR RIGHT BUMPER»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e9293-m3__51-12-801-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release nuts (2) and remove mounted acceleration sensor (3).

Scheme 3

37 14 511 Replacing front ride-height sensor

Release nut (1) and disconnect jointed rod (2).

Installation

Tightening torque, see 37 14 3AZ in 14 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS .

Release screws (4).

Remove ride-height sensor and disconnect plug connection (3).

Installation

Sensor lever (5) must point from ride-height sensor to left front wheel.

Tightening torque, see 37 14 1AZ in 14 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS ..

Scheme 4

After installation

1. Check headlight adjustment , correct if necessary. See «63 10 004 ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e92e93__63-10-004-adjusting-headlights) .

37 14 512 Replacing rear ride-height sensor (M3)

Release nut (1) and disengage jointed rod (2) on ride-height sensor.

Installation

Replace self-locking nut.

Sensor lever (3) must point starting from ride-height sensor to left rear wheel.

Tightening torque, see 37 14 3AZ in 14 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS ..

Release bolt (4) and remove ride-height sensor with holder from rear axle carrier.

Scheme 5

Installation

Align holder to corresponding bore in rear axle carrier.

Tightening torque, see 37 14 2AZ in 14 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS ..

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screws (3) and remove ride-height sensor from bracket (2).

Installation

Tightening torque, see 37 14 1AZ in 14 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS ..

Scheme 6

After installation

1. Check headlight adjustment , correct if necessary. See «63 10 004 ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e92e93__63-10-004-adjusting-headlights) .

37 15 055 Removing and installing (replacing) EDC control unit (M3)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove right luggage compartment wheel arch trim . See «51 47 161 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING RIGHT LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT WHEEL ARCH TRIM»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e9293-m3__51-47-161-removing-and-installing) .

Remove cable ties (1) from body.

Feed cable (2) out of insulating mat (3) and lay insulating mat to one side.

Scheme 7

Release screws (1) and remove equipment carrier (2).

Scheme 8

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock catch (2) and lift control unit (3) out of equipment carrier.

Scheme 9

After installation

1. Replacement only: Carry out programming/coding

See also:
• 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE)
• 51 71 039 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER (REAR SECTION)
• 51 12 801 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING HOLDER FOR REAR LEFT OR RIGHT BUMPER
• 14 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
• 63 10 004 ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS
• 51 47 161 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING RIGHT LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT WHEEL ARCH TRIM