Replacing Cross-Member for Transmission Mounting (AWD)

22 31 050 - Replacing cross-member for transmission mounting (AWD)





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove rear underbody protection
- Remove center muffler (E9x N53 only)
- Remove exhaust system .
- Remove heat shields
- Support transmission with workshop jack





Note:
Not M57T2

Release screws.

Remove exhaust system bracket (1).
Tightening torque 18 20 1AZ 18 20 Exhaust System Suspension.





Disengage cable for exhaust temperature sensor from holders on transmission cross-member (N53 only).
Release screws.
Remove transmission cross-member.
Tightening torque 27 00 10AZ [1][2]Mechanical Specifications.