[crywolf]

Hey all, I am having a hell of a time installing my cat less dp on my 235xi. I can't formthe life of me figure out how to reach the top bolt to loosen. Any tips from those of you who have tackled this before??

[jetvet]

I have xDrive on my M235i. Are you using a lift or a creeper? I use a creeper and jack stands and have removed mine and reinstalled it without any issues. I found it best to use my left hand to find the nut and my right hand with the ratchet coming in from a nook to the right of the transfer case (I think). Definitely takes both hands, one to guide and one to turn the ratchet. Once you break the torque you can remove the ratchet or even the extension and just use your fingers. I made sure to tighten it up with the bolt/nut at about the 5 o'clock position to make it easier for the next time. I can swap out the DP in about 1.5 hours.

[crywolf]

Thanks JetVet. I'm going to let my patience rebuild a bit a tackle it again next week with your tips

[mike@x-ph.com]

Originally Posted by crywolf

Thanks JetVet. I'm going to let my patience rebuild a bit a tackle it again next week with your tips

Donwpipe install is always tricky and needs patience.

Let us know how it goes next week