Power Steering Fluid Flush

[Montego335i]

Kind of a dumb question so i apologize. I don't really post much but I can't find anything on this topic. Figured time to ask the experts.

I am trying to get to the underside of the car to access the steering rack to do a full flush of the steering fluid. That metal tray under the car is in the way and I need to remove it. I looks really solid and fastened with 16mm bolts. Its also has a that center jacking point. So I wondering if it's heavy and when I unbolt it will it come crashing down on my face? I already hit my leg with a sledge trying to remove a wheel bearing on a WRX three weeks ago. I don't need another injury.

BTW, working on an 2016 F10 M5.

Thanks everyone!

[bgalex]

Its not heavy. Just use common sense, support it with your hand on the last bolt, you'll be all good.

Don't forget- Make sure you torque them back up.

[Montego335i]

Great thanks for the reply. I finally found the shield on realoem this morning and it’s like 6kg. But bolts appear to be torque to yield so I need to order new bolts. Looks like this is a project for another weekend

[Daniel BBimmer]

Originally Posted by Montego335i

Kind of a dumb question so i apologize. I don't really post much but I can't find anything on this topic. Figured time to ask the experts.

I am trying to get to the underside of the car to access the steering rack to do a full flush of the steering fluid. That metal tray under the car is in the way and I need to remove it. I looks really solid and fastened with 16mm bolts. Its also has a that center jacking point. So I wondering if it's heavy and when I unbolt it will it come crashing down on my face? I already hit my leg with a sledge trying to remove a wheel bearing on a WRX three weeks ago. I don't need another injury.

BTW, working on an 2016 F10 M5.

Thanks everyone!

Hi! I have a steering noise when I turn the wheel. It happens whenever I turn, at any speed and stopped. How can I get help.
I don´t know how to post a new question so I decided to answer one with my issue. I am new here at Bimmer post and I´m totaly lost.
Thank you and I´m sorry.

[Montego335i]

Originally Posted by Daniel BBimmer

Hi! I have a steering noise when I turn the wheel. It happens whenever I turn, at any speed and stopped. How can I get help.
I don´t know how to post a new question so I decided to answer one with my issue. I am new here at Bimmer post and I´m totaly lost.
Thank you and I´m sorry.

Hi. Have you checked the power steering fluid level? Mine was below the min line and my car would make a strange noise and the steering wheel would vibrate when I would rotate it at slower speeds. Topping of the steering fluid reservoir solved my issue. Otherwise, you might need to bring it to a reputable mechanic.

I can’t help you with your second question. I rarely post. But I lurk a lot. 😀

Good luck.