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Integrated Suspension Systems - Repair BMW M6 E63/E64

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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

WARNINGDanger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin! Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!

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.

00 ... ... Raising vehicle with trolley jack

IMPORTANTObserve the following trolley-jack-related instructions

Scheme 1

Scheme 1
  1. Use only BMW-distributed/approved trolley jacks which have rubber plate contact points.
  2. Trolley jacks must be regularly serviced and always checked for functional reliability before they are used!
  3. Check the rubber plate on the trolley jack prior to each use, replacing if necessary.
WARNINGThe vehicle may be raised with a trolley jack only at the following jacking points!

Scheme 2

Scheme 2
  1. Car jacking point
  2. Side car jacking points
  3. Rear differential Risk of damage: It is not permitted to raise the vehicle at the rear differential cover!

Scheme 3

Scheme 3: 37 ... . Overview of integrated suspension systems (front axle)

Scheme 4

Scheme 4: 37 .. ... Overview of integrated suspension systems (rear axle)

37 10 001 Initial operation with test run of Dynamic Drive

Note. The Service function Initial operation of Dynamic Drive must be carried out after: Work on the Dynamic Drive system which involved opening hydraulic lines Replacement / Programming / Coding Dynamic Drive control unit Replacement lateral acceleration sensor Parameters and zero point of new sensors have been learned

Bleeding power steering

IMPORTANTAdhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system. Using contaminated equipment to add fluid may introduce dirt particles into the fluid reservoir and significantly reduce the service life of the power steering system. Do not use any filler funnels or similar! Use only Pentosin CHF11S from original containers! The fill level may only be checked or adjusted when the engine is stopped! The fluid temperature should be approx. 20 °C here. Ensure that the cap is fully screwed in prior to the fill level check.

Note. To avoid mix-ups when filling with hydraulic fluid, mark the fluid reservoirs or their caps with identification marks.

CHF Pentosin CHF11S

Scheme 5

Scheme 5
  1. Thoroughly clean fluid reservoir and its immediate surroundings
  2. Check and correct fill level NOTE: The fill level can come to rest above the "MAX" mark when the engine is at normal operating temperature. This is dictated by the design in that the marking on the dipstick is referred to a fluid temperature of 20 °C. With the engine at normal operating temperature (approx. 50-60 °C fluid temperature) adjust a fill height 15 mm above the "MAX" mark. Do not under any circumstances draw off the fluid to the "MAX" mark when the engine is at normal operating temperature. Hydraulic fluid: BMW Service Operating Fluids . See «INTEGRATED SUSPENSION SYSTEMS -- OPERATING FLUIDS»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/electronic-suspension/#integrated-suspension-systems-operating-fluids) .
  3. Start engine
  4. Turn steering wheel left and right twice in each case up to full lock; if necessary, top up hydraulic fluid (e.g. if hydraulic system is completely drained)
  5. Move steering wheel to straight-ahead position and turn off engine
  6. Check and correct fill level with engine stopped
  7. Check hydraulic system for leaks

Performing initial operation with test run

WARNINGDanger of injury! Vehicle executes heavy rolling motions during initial operation! Therefore observe the following instructions without fail: Do not allow any persons to remain in the vehicle or directly on the vehicle Keep the vehicle doors closed. Maintain a safety distance around the vehicle of 1 m to persons, objects, walls etc. Vehicle must be standing horizontally with all wheels on a firm surface Do not under any circumstances carry out initial operation on a lifting platform, wheel alignment analyzer or similar! Avoid heavy loads
  1. Check load; if necessary, remove load from the vehicle
  2. Bring engine up to operating temperature NOTE: Hydraulic fluid temperature must be between 50 °C and 70 °C (vehicle at normal operating temperature)
  3. Connect vehicle to DIS or MoDiC BMW scan tool.
  4. Start initial operation in SERVICE FUNCTIONS. Follow instructions in DIS.
  5. Check and correct fill level with engine stopped

37 10 ... Removing and installing/replacing pressure relief valves

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove front assembly underside protection
IMPORTANTBefore releasing, it is essential to remove corrosion and dirt from the area around the pressure relief valves!

Pull vent hose (3) out of Y-piece at marked position (see arrow). Vent line can be removed by sliding back the protruding collar on the Y-piece.

IMPORTANTDo not open banjo bolts (2).

Release pressure relief valve (1) directly from oscillating motor.

Scheme 6

Scheme 6

Installation: Replace distributor lines (2). Screw pressure relief valve fully into oscillating motor and remove plug. Tightening torque, see 37 11 1AZ in 37 11 CONTROL AND SUSPENSION ELEMENTS, FRONT .

IMPORTANTSlide in yellow distributor line in forward direction of travel and black distributor line in rearward direction of travel. Slide distributor lines (2) into pressure relief valve (1) up to second marking (M).

Scheme 7

Scheme 7

37 10 005 Removing and installing/replacing vent hose for active stabilizer (front)

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove front assembly underside protection . See «51 47 490 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-47-490-removing-and-installing) .

Distribution hose

Release nuts (1).

Withdraw vent line (3) from distribution hose (2).

Remove distribution hose (2).

Scheme 8

Scheme 8

Vent hose

Withdraw seal plug (1) from front axle carrier.

Remove vent line with filter from front axle carrier.

Scheme 9

Scheme 9

Observe the following when replacing vent valves

Release vent valves (1).

Installation

Push distribution hose (2) into vent valves (1) up to middle between markings (M).

Screw vent valves (1) completely into oscillating motor.

Remove assembly plugs from both vent valves (1).

Scheme 10

Scheme 10

37 11 010 Removing and installing/replacing front active stabilizer

IMPORTANTAdhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system. Seal off pipe connections with plugs.

Note. A light film of grease on the anti-friction bearing in no way impairs the operational capability of the stabilizer. In a warranty case you must always provide a fault memory printout, even where there is no fault memory entry, with the defective part.

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove front assembly underside protection . See «51 47 490 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-47-490-removing-and-installing) .
  2. Remove stabilizer link on both sides from stabilizer . See «31 35 005 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING PUSH ROD (STABILIZER LINK) FOR LEFT/RIGHT STABILIZER»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/axle-shafts/#front-axle-repair__31-35-005-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
IMPORTANTRisk of damage! Pressure lines must not have any contact with the stabilizer (minimum distance 5 mm)!

Mark installation position of pressure lines to oscillating motor.

Release nuts (1, 2).

Remove pressure and vent lines from oscillating motor.

Installation

Carry over identification to new component.

Pressure lines are protected against being mixed up by different thread diameters on the oscillating motor connection.

Scheme 11

Scheme 11
IMPORTANTTo prevent the stabilizer from being distorted, secure first the left retaining bracket ( without elongated holes) and then the right retaining bracket ( with elongated holes) to the front axle carrier.

If necessary, remove holder with hydraulic line(s) from retaining bracket.

Release screw (1) and nut (2) on both sides.

Remove stabilizer from front axle carrier.

Check anti-friction bearing on both sides for damage; if necessary, replace stabilizer (observe note at start of repair instruction).

Installation

Check rubber mount on both sides , replace if necessary. See 31 35 021 REPLACING RUBBER MOUNTS OF STABILIZER RETAINING FIXTURE ON FRONT AXLE CARRIER .

Replace self-locking nut.

Tightening torque 31 35 1AZ. See FRONT AXLE - TIGHTENING TORQUES -- 650I .

Scheme 12

Scheme 12

Replacement

Remove rubber mount on both sides from stabilizer. See 31 35 021 REPLACING RUBBER MOUNTS OF STABILIZER RETAINING FIXTURE ON FRONT AXLE CARRIER .

After installation

  1. Fill and bleed hydraulic system . See «32 13 006 BLEEDING POWER STEERING UNIT»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering-and-wheel-alignment-repair__32-13-006-bleeding-power-steering) .
  2. Check pipe connections for leaks
  3. Carry out initial DYNAMIC DRIVE operation. See «37 10 001 Initial operation with test run of Dynamic Drive»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/electronic-suspension/#integrated-suspension-systems-repair__37-10-001-initial-operation-with) .

37 12 220 Removing and installing/replacing rear active stabilizer

Special tools required

  1. 33 0 170 . See «REAR AXLE - SPECIAL TOOLS -- 650I»(ref-265184) .
IMPORTANTAdhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system. Seal off pipe connections with plugs.

Note. A light film of grease on the anti-friction bearing in no way impairs the operational capability of the stabilizer.

In a warranty case you must always provide a fault memory printout, even where there is no fault memory entry, with the defective part.

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove rear wheel
  2. E64: Remove rear cross strut by first removing exhaust system. See «EXHAUST SYSTEM - REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS»(ref-202126) . Remove rear left and right heat shields. Release nuts and screws. Tightening torque 51 61 6AZ. See «BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-tightening-torques) . Remove cross strut toward bottom.

Release screws (1).

Installation

Insert screws (1).

Align pressure lines to rear axle carrier.

Tighten down screws (1).

Scheme 13

Scheme 13
IMPORTANTTo prevent the stabilizer from being distorted, secure first the left retaining bracket ( without elongated holes) and then the right retaining bracket ( with elongated holes) to the front axle carrier.

Release nuts (1) on both sides.

Remove stabilizer from rear axle carrier.

Check anti-friction bearing on both sides for damage; if necessary, replace stabilizer (observe note at start of repair instruction).

Installation

Check rubber mount on both sides , replace if necessary. See STABILIZER BAR RUBBER MOUNTS .

Replace self-locking nut.

Tightening torque 33 55 3AZ. See REAR AXLE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Scheme 14

Scheme 14
IMPORTANTRisk of damage! Pressure lines must not have any contact with the stabilizer (minimum distance 5 mm)!

Release nuts (1, 2).

Disconnect pressure lines and seal off with seal plugs.

Remove stabilizer links on both sides from stabilizer. See 33 55 040 REPLACING STABILIZER LINKS FOR STABILIZER .

Remove stabilizer sideways.

Installation

Pressure lines are protected against being mixed up by different thread diameters on the oscillating motor connection.

Scheme 15

Scheme 15

Assembly: Pressure lines to oscillating motor

Note. Before the stabilizer is installed, the pressure lines must be aligned to the oscillating motor and secured using banjo bolts.

Installation

Scheme 16

Scheme 16
  1. Screw nuts into stabilizer, do not tighten down
  2. Attach special tool 33 0 170 to pressure lines (the side of the special tool illustrated must point in the direction of the oscillating motor)
  3. Tighten down nuts Tightening torque 37 14 18AZ. See «INTEGRATED SUSPENSION SYSTEMS - TIGHTENING TORQUES -- 650I»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/electronic-suspension/#integrated-suspension-systems-tightening-torques) .
  4. Remove special tool

Replacement

Remove rubber mount on both sides from stabilizer. See STABILIZER BAR RUBBER MOUNTS .

After installation

  1. Fill and bleed hydraulic system See «37 10 001 Initial operation with test run of Dynamic Drive»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/electronic-suspension/#integrated-suspension-systems-repair__37-10-001-initial-operation-with) .
  2. Check pipe connections for leaks
  3. If necessary, carry out initial Dynamic Drive operation . See «37 10 001 Initial operation with test run of Dynamic Drive»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/electronic-suspension/#integrated-suspension-systems-repair__37-10-001-initial-operation-with) .

37 13 100 Removing and installing/replacing pressure lines for oscillating motor/front axle

Remove front pressure lines (1) (from oscillating motor to junction I at side in wheel arch)

Remove rear pressure lines (2) (from junction I to valve block)

Scheme 17

Scheme 17: 37 13 100 Removing and installing/replacing pressure lines for oscillating motor/front axle

37 13 110 Removing and installing/replacing pressure line for oscillating motor/rear axle

Remove front pressure lines (1) (from valve block to junction I on vehicle underbody)

Remove middle pressure lines (2) (from junction I to junction III on vehicle underbody)

Remove rear pressure lines (3) (from junction III on vehicle underbody to oscillating motor)

Scheme 18

Scheme 18: 37 13 110 Removing and installing/replacing pressure line for oscillating motor/rear axle

Note. The Service function Initial operation of Dynamic Drive must be carried out after

  1. Work on the Dynamic Drive system which involved opening hydraulic lines
  2. Replacement / Programming / Coding Dynamic Drive control unit
  3. Replacement lateral acceleration sensor
  4. Parameters and zero point of new sensors have been learned

Bleeding power steering

IMPORTANTAdhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system. Using contaminated equipment to add fluid may introduce dirt particles into the fluid reservoir and significantly reduce the service life of the power steering system. Do not use any filler funnels or similar! Use only Pentosin CHF11S from original containers! The fill level may only be checked or adjusted when the engine is stopped! The fluid temperature should be approx. 20 °C here. Ensure that the cap is fully screwed in prior to the fill level check.

Note. To avoid mix-ups when filling with hydraulic fluid, mark the fluid reservoirs or their caps with identification marks.

CHF Pentosin CHF11S

  1. Thoroughly clean fluid reservoir and its immediate surroundings
  2. Check and correct fill level NOTE: The fill level can come to rest above the "MAX" mark when the engine is at normal operating temperature. This is dictated by the design in that the marking on the dipstick is referred to a fluid temperature of 20 °C. With the engine at normal operating temperature (approx. 50-60 °C fluid temperature) adjust a fill height 15 mm above the "MAX"mark. Do not under any circumstances draw off the fluid to the "MAX" mark when the engine is at normal operating temperature. Hydraulic fluid: see «OPERATING FLUIDS - INTEGRATED SUSPENSION SYSTEMS»(ref-217941) .
  3. Start engine
  4. Turn steering wheel left and right twice in each case up to full lock; if necessary, top up hydraulic fluid (e.g. if hydraulic system is completely drained)
  5. Move steering wheel to straight-ahead position and turn off engine
  6. Check and correct fill level with engine stopped
  7. Check hydraulic system for leaks

Performing initial operation with test run

WARNINGDanger of injury! Vehicle executes heavy rolling motions during initial operation! Therefore observe the following instructions without fail: Do not allow any persons to remain in the vehicle or directly on the vehicle Keep the vehicle doors closed. Maintain a safety distance around the vehicle of 1 m to persons, objects, walls etc. Vehicle must be standing horizontally with all wheels on a firm surface Do not under any circumstances carry out initial operation on a lifting platform, wheel alignment analyzer or similar! Avoid heavy loads
  1. Check load; if necessary, remove load from the vehicle
  2. Bring engine up to operating temperature NOTE: Hydraulic fluid temperature must be between 50 °C and 70 °C (vehicle at normal operating temperature)
  3. Connect vehicle to DIS or MoDiC
  4. Using DIS or MoDiC, Start initial operation in SERVICE FUNCTIONS. Follow instructions in DIS.
  5. Check and correct fill level with engine stopped

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

IMPORTANTRead and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection). See 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove front wheel
  2. Partially detach front wheel arch cover (in rear area). See «51 71 040 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-71-040-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Release screws (1). Disconnect plug connection (2). Remove front mounted acceleration sensor (3).

Scheme 19

Scheme 19

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

IMPORTANTRead and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection). See 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove luggage compartment trim on side panel on right. See «51 47 161 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING RIGHT LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT WHEEL ARCH TRIM»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-47-161-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Unscrew nuts (1). Disconnect connector (2). Remove rear mounted acceleration sensor (3).

Scheme 20

Scheme 20

37 14 055 Removing and installing/replacing DYNAMIC DRIVE control unit

IMPORTANTRead and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection). See 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Disconnect battery negative lead . See «12 00 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/horns/#general-electrical-system-repair__12-00-instructions-for-disconnecting) .
  2. Remove trim for instrument panel, bottom left . See «51 45 181 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING BOTTOM RIGHT TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-45-181-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
  3. Remove side trim in front right footwell . See «51 43 075 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SIDE TRIM PANEL, FOOTWELL, ON A-PILLAR, RIGHT»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-43-075-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release nut (2) and nut (concealed) above control unit.

Pull out Dynamic Drive control unit towards bottom.

Scheme 21

Scheme 21

After installation

  1. Replacement only: Using scan tool, carry out programming/coding
  2. Only when replacing / programming / coding: Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment/adjustment for active front steering . See «32 10 005 ADJUSTMENT FOR ACTIVE FRONT STEERING»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering-and-wheel-alignment-repair__32-10-005-adjustment-for-active) .
  3. Only when replacing / programming / coding: Carry out initial DYNAMIC DRIVE operation. See «37 10 001 Initial Operation With Test Run Of Dynamic Drive»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/electronic-suspension/#integrated-suspension-systems-repair__37-10-001-initial-operation-with) .
  4. Version with active front steering: Teach in mid-position for power steering . See «32 00 ... TEACHING IN CENTER POSITION FOR POWER STEERING (ACTIVE FRONT STEERING) (FROM 03/2007)»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering-and-wheel-alignment-repair__32-00-teaching-in-center) .

37 14 511 Replacing front ride-height sensor

IMPORTANTRead and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection). See 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Note. Build date up to 03/04: Variant (A) - connection (1) points downwards Build date from 03/04: Variant (B) - connection (2) points upwards

Build date up to 03/2004

IMPORTANTIf the front ride-height sensor has been installed twisted in relation to variant (A), e.g. due to wiring harness replacement, the following control units must be recoded.

Scheme 22

Scheme 22
  1. Light module with headlight vertical aim control
  2. Adaptive headlight

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. If necessary, remove right steering gear cover

Shown on build date up to 03/2004

Release nut (1) and disconnect jointed rod.

Release screws (2), remove ride-height sensor from bracket and disconnect plug connection (3).

Installation

Sensor lever must point from ride-height sensor to right front wheel.

Build date up to 03/04: If necessary, tie back connecting cable for ride-height sensor.

Scheme 23

Scheme 23

After installation

  1. Check headlight adjustment, correct if necessary.

37 14 511 Replacing front ride-height sensor (M5, M6)

IMPORTANTRead and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection). See 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove right steering gear cover.

Release nut (1) and disconnect jointed rod. Tightening torque, see 37 14 7AZ in 14 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS . Release screws (2), remove ride-height sensor from bracket and disconnect plug connection (3).

Installation: Sensor lever must point from ride-height sensor to right front wheel. Tightening torque, see 37 14 6AZ in 14 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS ..

After installation: Check headlight adjustment, correct if necessary. See 63 10 004 ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS .

37 14 512 Replacing rear ride-height sensor

IMPORTANTRead and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection). See 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Release nut and disconnect jointed rod (3).

Installation

Replace self-locking nut.

Tightening torque 37 14 7AZ. See INTEGRATED SUSPENSION SYSTEMS - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 37 14 6AZ. See INTEGRATED SUSPENSION SYSTEMS - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Disconnect plug connection (4) and remove ride-height sensor.

Installation

Sensor lever (2) must point outwards from ride-height sensor.

Scheme 24

Scheme 24

After installation

  1. Check headlight adjustment, correct if necessary. See «63 10 004 ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-10-004-adjusting-headlights) .

37 14 610 Removing and installing / replacing transversal-acceleration sensor

IMPORTANTRead and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection). See 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .
IMPORTANTDo not kink floor panelling under any circumstances!

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove right front seat . See «SEATS - REPAIR»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/seats/#seats-repair) .
  2. Lift floor panelling and fold back to one side

Release screws (1).

Disconnect plug connection.

Scheme 25

Scheme 25

After installation

  1. If necessary, carry out initial Dynamic Drive operation . See «37 10 001 Initial Operation With Test Run Of Dynamic Drive»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/electronic-suspension/#integrated-suspension-systems-repair__37-10-001-initial-operation-with) .

37 15 055 Removing and installing/replacing EDC control unit (M model)

IMPORTANTRead and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection). See 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove trim for instrument panel, bottom left.
  2. Remove footwell side trim panel on A-pillar, right.

Press floor trim at front right to one side. Open cutout in insulating mat (shown with dotted line) and release nut (1). Disconnect plug connections (2). Unscrew nut (3). Slide control unit (4) with bracket upwards and remove sideways.

Replacement only: Remove control unit (4) from bracket.

Scheme 26

Scheme 26

37 20 001 Removing and installing/replacing DYNAMIC DRIVE valve block

IMPORTANTAdhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system. Seal off pipe connections with plugs.

Note. In a warranty case you must always provide a fault memory printout, even where there is no fault memory entry, with the defective part.

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Draw off and dispose off hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
  2. Remove bottom right wheel arch trim . See «51 71 ... REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT (BOTTOM) RIGHT WHEEL ARCH TRIM»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-71-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
  3. Partially remove right underbody paneling . See «51 47 ... REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT UNDERBODY PANELING»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-47-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Release nuts (1, 2) (pressure lines to rear axle oscillating motor).

Release nut (3) (return line)

Release nut (4) (pressure line)

Release nuts (5, 6) (pressure lines to front axle oscillating motor).

Installation

Scheme 27

Scheme 27

Make sure hydraulic lines are laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.

Partially detach front right wheel arch trim. . See 51 71 040 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER .

Disconnect plug connections (1, 2).

Remove grounding strap from valve block.

Release screws (3).

Raise valve block and remove towards front.

Scheme 28

Scheme 28

Disconnect all plug connections (1) on valve block.

Unclip wiring set from valve block.

Scheme 29

Scheme 29

After installation

  1. Fill and bleed hydraulic system . See «37 10 001 Initial Operation With Test Run Of Dynamic Drive»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/electronic-suspension/#integrated-suspension-systems-repair__37-10-001-initial-operation-with) .
  2. Check pipe connections for leaks
  3. If necessary, carry out initial Dynamic Drive operation . See «37 10 001 Initial Operation With Test Run Of Dynamic Drive»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/electronic-suspension/#integrated-suspension-systems-repair__37-10-001-initial-operation-with) .

37 20 505 Removing and installing/replacing DYNAMIC DRIVE holder/valve block

IMPORTANTAdhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system. Seal off pipe connections with plugs.

After installation

  1. Fill and bleed hydraulic system . See «37 10 001 Initial Operation With Test Run Of Dynamic Drive»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/electronic-suspension/#integrated-suspension-systems-repair__37-10-001-initial-operation-with) .
  2. Check pipe connections for leaks
  3. If necessary, carry out initial operation for Dynamic Drive . See «37 10 001 Initial Operation With Test Run Of Dynamic Drive»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/electronic-suspension/#integrated-suspension-systems-repair__37-10-001-initial-operation-with) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove «Valve Block»(/bmw/m6/e63e64-2005-2010/remont/electronic-suspension/#integrated-suspension-systems-repair__37-20-001-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Release screws (1).

Take off holder (2).

Scheme 30

Scheme 30

37 90 ... Troubleshooting on Dynamic Drive (ARS)

FaultCauseRemedy
Noises (banging, rattling) during straight-ahead driving and gentle steering through centreScrew connections on front axle/rear axle looseRefer to 31 90 ... FRONT AXLE TROUBLESHOOTING and 33 90 ... REAR AXLE TROUBLESHOOTING .
Stabilizer link loose or defectiveCheck stabilizer link joints for damage/play; if necessary, replace stabilizer link . See 35 STABILIZER BAR . Tighten down screw connections to torque.
Stabilizer screw connection loose. Tighten down screw connections.
Hydraulic lines installed distortedCheck whether hydraulic lines are installed in holders twisted (when system is depressurized, hydraulic lines must be guided in holders virtually without elastic distortion of decoupling elements). Align all hydraulic lines for Dynamic Drive as specified in repair instruction
Hydraulic lines fitted too closely or have insufficient clearance (elastic movement of line during pressure build-up)Check whether hydraulic lines are fitted too closely or have insufficient clearance (for minimum clearance, see repair instruction ) Align all hydraulic lines for Dynamic Drive as specified in repair instruction
Line holders looseCheck whether line holders are correctly screwed and holder halves are correctly engaged Fit all line holders as specified in repair instruction .
Decoupling elements of hydraulic lines must not be damaged or missingCheck whether decoupling elements (rubber) are present and correctly fitted or damaged Replace/fit decoupling elements
Decoupling elements of valve block holder damaged or missingCheck whether decoupling elements (rubber) are present and correctly fitted or damaged Replace valve block holder
Line holders on hydraulic lines missing or fitted in incorrect positionCheck whether line holders are present and fitted in correct position Fit line holders as specified in repair instruction
Valve block does not conform to specificationsCarry out initial Dynamic Drive operation If other causes are ruled out or if diagnosis faults are detected, replace valve block
Rattling noises during excitation provided by road surface and straight-ahead driving (without altering steering wheel position) and Noises occur to a large extent independently of temperature influencesScrew connections on front axle/rear axle looseRefer to 31 90 ... FRONT AXLE TROUBLESHOOTING and 33 90 ... REAR AXLE TROUBLESHOOTING .
Stabilizer link loose/defectiveCheck stabilizer link joints for damage; if necessary, replace stabilizer link . See 35 STABILIZER BAR . Tighten down screw connections to torque
Stabilizer screw connection looseTighten down screw connections
Hydraulic lines installed distortedCheck whether hydraulic lines are installed in holders twisted (when system is depressurized, hydraulic lines must be guided in holders virtually without elastic distortion of decoupling elements) Align all hydraulic lines for Dynamic Drive as specified in repair instruction .
Hydraulic lines fitted too closely or have insufficient clearance (elastic movement of line during pressure build-up)Check whether hydraulic lines are fitted too closely or have insufficient clearance (for minimum clearance, see repair instruction) Align all hydraulic lines for Dynamic Drive as specified in repair instruction
Line holders looseCheck whether line holders are correctly screwed and holder halves are correctly engaged Fit all line holders as specified in repair instruction
Decoupling elements of hydraulic lines must not be damaged or missingCheck whether decoupling elements (rubber) are present and correctly fitted or damaged Replace or fit decoupling elements
Decoupling elements of valve block holder damaged or missingCheck whether decoupling elements (rubber) are present and correctly fitted or damaged Replace valve block holder
Line holders on hydraulic lines missing or fitted in incorrect positionCheck whether line holders are present and fitted in correct position Fit all line holders as specified in repair instruction
Protective rubber cap (black) not removed from Y-connecting piece of front axle active stabilizer pneumatic linesCheck whether protective rubber cap (black) is fitted on Y - connecting piece Pull protective rubber cap (black) off Y-piece and fit pneumatic line as specified in repair instruction
Vent valve leakingCheck whether air filter element (black plastic) is filled to overflowing at end of vent line with Pentosin If other causes are ruled out and noise is reproducible during test drive, replace vent valves and air filter element in pairs
Valve block does not conform to specificationsCarry out initial Dynamic Drive operation If other causes are ruled out or if diagnosis faults are detected, replace valve block
Rattling noises during excitation provided by road surface and straight-ahead driving (without altering steering wheel position) and Noises only at higher temperatures (i.e. from outside temperatures from 25 °C or in event of greatly heated-up vehicle at operating temperature)Vent valve defectiveCheck during test drive whether noises occur during straight-ahead driving and one-side excitation provided by road surface on front axle If other causes are ruled out and noise is reproducible during test drive, replace vent valves in pairs
Noises (hissing)Flow noise of hydraulic fluid in damaged hydraulic linesCheck whether hydraulic lines are crushed or bent Rectify identified defects on hydraulic lines
Flow noise of hydraulic fluid in valve block not conforming to specificationsCarry out initial Dynamic Drive operation If a fault on valve block was diagnosed during initial operation, replace valve block
Whining noises during cornering at an engine speedWhining noises from pump driveCheck whether whining noises come from power steering pump or pump drive If not yet done, install noise-optimized belt pulley
Pump noise from engine compartment depending on engine speed or only during corneringDynamic Drive pressure line has impaired function or is damagedCheck whether Dynamic Drive pressure line between power steering pump and valve block is crushed or bent Replace Dynamic Drive pressure line
Power steering pump defectiveCheck whether power steering pump and pump drive are damaged If other causes are ruled out, replace power steering pump

TROUBLESHOOTING ON DYNAMIC DRIVE (ARS) CHART

See also:
INTEGRATED SUSPENSION SYSTEMS -- OPERATING FLUIDS
37 11 CONTROL AND SUSPENSION ELEMENTS, FRONT
51 47 490 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION
INTEGRATED SUSPENSION SYSTEMS - TIGHTENING TORQUES -- 650I
31 35 005 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING PUSH ROD (STABILIZER LINK) FOR LEFT/RIGHT STABILIZER
31 35 021 REPLACING RUBBER MOUNTS OF STABILIZER RETAINING FIXTURE ON FRONT AXLE CARRIER
FRONT AXLE - TIGHTENING TORQUES -- 650I
32 13 006 BLEEDING POWER STEERING UNIT
BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES
REAR AXLE - TIGHTENING TORQUES
33 55 040 REPLACING STABILIZER LINKS FOR STABILIZER
61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE)
51 71 040 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER
51 47 161 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING RIGHT LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT WHEEL ARCH TRIM
12 00 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY
51 45 181 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING BOTTOM RIGHT TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL
51 43 075 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SIDE TRIM PANEL, FOOTWELL, ON A-PILLAR, RIGHT
32 10 005 ADJUSTMENT FOR ACTIVE FRONT STEERING
32 00 ... TEACHING IN CENTER POSITION FOR POWER STEERING (ACTIVE FRONT STEERING) (FROM 03/2007)
63 10 004 ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS
SEATS - REPAIR
51 71 ... REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT (BOTTOM) RIGHT WHEEL ARCH TRIM
51 47 ... REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT UNDERBODY PANELING
31 90 ... FRONT AXLE TROUBLESHOOTING
33 90 ... REAR AXLE TROUBLESHOOTING
35 STABILIZER BAR
37 10 001 Initial operation with test run of Dynamic Drive
Valve Block
repair instruction
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