Rear Axle

Rear Axle





The (E83) X3 SAV is fitted with a central rear axle and subframe. The design of the rear axle is similar to the E46 (3 series)/1/6. Two tension arms have been added to the rear axle of the (E83) X3 SAV and are secured to the body-shell.

Mechanical Components
Modifications to the E46 (3 series)/16 rear axle to adapt it to the (E83) X3 SAV:
^ Antiroll bar secured to the rear axle carrier by clamps.
^ Front of rear axle carrier suspension converted to special bolts with additional thrust washer.
^ Thrust brace and tension arms.
^ Surface of control arms are galvanized steel plates.
^ Antiroll bar link with ball joint attached directly to the control arm.
^ Dampers with three point flange (bolt) plate.