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Old 02-01-2010, 01:47 PM
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Originally Posted by ard View Post
Actually you need 4 jacks... these BMWs require 'synchronized jacking'. You get one wheel too high and the AWD will kick off and never work right again. You'll need to replace the transmission, ECU and recalibrate every module.

Better to bring it to an Authorized BMW Sport Activity Center where highly trained technicians will take care of it for you.
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Originally Posted by FunfDreisig View Post
This is such a PITA. I mean it is really hard to find 3 other guys, who will help with the 'synchronized jacking' AND not drink all your beer before you can get the tires swapped.

Funf Dreisig
Funf, you are spot on, I have 4 buddies who play in the NFL pick up the car while I use my beer opener to pop off the lugs, prevents them from drinking all the beer, anywayz they don't have much to do now that the season is almost over.
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