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      05-01-2023, 03:19 PM   #1
twarpdev
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Drives: BMW F10 535i xDrive
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2016 535i xDrive, vibration when full lock (resolved)

I recently purchased a 2016 F10 535i xDrive with 110k km mileage. However, I've noticed that when turning the steering wheel fully at low speeds in a parking lot, there are vibrations throughout the car. This vibration feels like a skipping sensation, but only happens when I turn the wheel to the right direction. I conducted a test by lifting the front of the car and discovered that the issue only occurs when the car is on the ground and moving.

To address the issue, I have taken several steps. Initially, the used car dealer(Honda) installed brand new 20" Altenzo (a Chinese brand with good reviews) tires on BMW wheels during a safety inspection. However, since it was winter tire season, I replaced them with brand new 18" Michelin tires and second-hand BMW wheels. Despite the change, the problem persists, and now I switched back to the 20" all season. This leads me to believe that the issue isn't related to the tires or wheels. I then got a wheel alignment, but this didn't fix the problem either. Next, I replaced the steering wheel fluid with CHF11S, and although I pumped out almost 800ml, the issue remained.

Recently, I replaced the front rotors and pads and noticed grease around the control arm below the outer CV boot and and the caliper on the passenger side. I searched for any signs of ripped boots, but couldn't find any. Now, I'm considering replacing the passenger side CV axle to address the issue.

I would greatly appreciate any help or advice you can offer.

Update: Just checked the CV axle again, and compared with the driver side. Looking at the axles, the driver side is just superior quality and saw the GKN. But the passenger side no marking and all rusted and everything looks cheaper including the boot. I guess for some reason the previous owner changed the CV axle with the cheap after market.

I think I need replace the axle, but GKN is very expensive, it would cost me around $750 CAD.
I'm thinking GSP, any opinions please?

Last edited by twarpdev; 05-08-2023 at 02:05 PM..
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