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Steering and suspension (BMW 3 Series E21)
Steering
Every 15,000 km, check the tightness of the protective covers and the condition of the ball joint pins of the steering rods.
Front suspension
Every 15,000 km, check the clearance in the front wheel hub bearings and adjust it if necessary.
Check the front wheel hub bearings for grease every 60,000 km. When changing the grease, use a consistent grease such as Shell Retinax A.
Rear suspension
Check the rear wheel hub bearings for grease every 60,000 km. When changing the grease, use a consistent grease such as Shell Retinax A.
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