[Erider]

Hi all I recently had the front struts of my 2009 328xi replaced and aligned however I have discovered a new issue.

While driving above 35 mph what seems to be the front drivers side wheel will rotate rather clunky during accelerations.
So I inspected the area and found fluid everywhere. The brake lines have are fine however there is a hose disconnected and I don't know what it is. I have pictures, any help telling me what I am looking at would greatly be appreciated!

[Erider]

The hose in the first image is what has me confused I have no idea what that is, any thoughts?

[weehe126]

Looks like a busted axle? Is the hose you are questioning actually a hose? Looks like it might be the headlight leveling rod and is broken.

[Erider]

Originally Posted by weehe126

Looks like a busted axle? Is the hose you are questioning actually a hose? Looks like it might be the headlight leveling rod and is broken.

Yeah I did some more researching and I'm thinking it is the CV axle. I'm not at all familiar with the headlight leveling pieces though if you care to delve in. I've been looking for a graphic of my model to try and learn the components in the front of the car, (hence why I titled the post about tie rods being uneducated). I heard there is an electrical relay of sorts connected to the transfer case that should some how allow the car to act more independently on the rear wheels. I need to investigate further however.

[Erider]

Update Found this site to help with parts if anyone needs it!
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/sele...500&engine=N51

[Erider]

Originally Posted by weehe126

Looks like a busted axle? Is the hose you are questioning actually a hose? Looks like it might be the headlight leveling rod and is broken.

Pretty sure its a busted CV, doesn't freely rotate and when I disconnected the transfer case (electrically) it doesn't vibrate as much as when power is to that wheel. Still get vibrations but not nearly as bad. Now I need to figure out how to get the axle nut off that connects to the rotor because its so badly corroded

[Bavarian Tech]

Originally Posted by Erider

Pretty sure its a busted CV, doesn't freely rotate and when I disconnected the transfer case (electrically) it doesn't vibrate as much as when power is to that wheel. Still get vibrations but not nearly as bad. Now I need to figure out how to get the axle nut off that connects to the rotor because its so badly corroded

ALOT of heat, and an air hammer...

[Erider]

Originally Posted by Bavarian Tech

ALOT of heat, and an air hammer...

Thanks for the tip! Will let you know how it turns out