front axle instalation

[skritzert]

I am haveing problems getting my front passanger side axle installed. It feels like I am not getting past the retainer clip. I say this because the bearing surface on the axle is about 1/8 inch from bearing. Anyway, is there any special trick to instalation? I have done plenty of cv axles before, this is my first on a BMW, and it seems quite a bit tougher than most.

thanks a bunch

[CharlieHustleX5]

Are you using an OEM or aftermarket retainer clip?

Aftermarket clips tend to be larger than OEM and dont snap in as easily.