Underbody panels removal for xi models

BoostaVita · 11-26-2012, 12:35 PM

Hi everyone,
I tried to search but can't find a diagram on how to remove underbody panels for xi model. There is one extra metal plate for xi compare to the rwd. Anyone has a picture of the whole front half of the car's underside (including transmission cover) with all the nuts location for splash guards on xi models? If so, it will be a lifesaver (wanna check for any transmission or oil leak/seep). Thanks.

335xi Kevo · 11-26-2012, 09:03 PM

Its super simple remove all the numerous bolts to the plastic underbody with an 8mm socket. The giant metal plate is secured with 5 or 6 17mm bolts I believe. Just keep removing them and it everything pulls right off.

BoostaVita · 11-26-2012, 09:18 PM

Thanks. I will be bold enough to try now.

11-26-2012, 12:35 PM	#1
BoostaVita Private First Class 13 Rep 143 Posts Drives: 08 335xi Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: autobahn iTrader: (0)	Underbody panels removal for xi models Hi everyone, I tried to search but can't find a diagram on how to remove underbody panels for xi model. There is one extra metal plate for xi compare to the rwd. Anyone has a picture of the whole front half of the car's underside (including transmission cover) with all the nuts location for splash guards on xi models? If so, it will be a lifesaver (wanna check for any transmission or oil leak/seep). Thanks.
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335xi Kevo Lieutenant 26 Rep 497 Posts Drives: 2008 335xi Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: CT iTrader: (3)	Its super simple remove all the numerous bolts to the plastic underbody with an 8mm socket. The giant metal plate is secured with 5 or 6 17mm bolts I believe. Just keep removing them and it everything pulls right off. __________________ 08' 335xi 6MT Space Metallic Grey Premium, Nav, Cold weather, Sport Procede 2.5, DCI, Forge DV, PWM, Scoops, KW V1, ETS 5" FMIC, VRSF Downpipes, M3 Skirts
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11-26-2012, 09:18 PM	#3
BoostaVita Private First Class 13 Rep 143 Posts Drives: 08 335xi Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: autobahn iTrader: (0)	Thanks. I will be bold enough to try now.
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