Bmw Rear Bushing (Ball joint) Replacement

In this video i replace the rear Bushing (Ball joint) on a Bmw 5 series.
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[@EE-hk8iu]

i would love to see more of your mechanical videos as well,

[@Diagnosedan]

I might do a few more😉

[@EE-hk8iu]

@@Diagnosedan thank you

[@domualex]

Mate...you are Michael Jackson of mechanics..simply entertaining at its best...this is purely old school wrenching taken at entertainment level..like watching a good movie

[@Diagnosedan]

Uuuuhhhmm, i'm dead?🤣🤣

[@domualex]

@@Diagnosedan no mate...Michael Jackson will never die:)

[@Diagnosedan]

@@domualex 😉 Love his Music, i was a huge fan as a kid. I even had that red and black leather jacket

[@wyattoneable]

Your my new hero Dan. The correct tool for every job and the skills to use them properly.

[@jtbtabimono]

Another great video Dan! Even if you think they are common or regular servicing items, because people do it differently, there's always something new to learn or new discovery to be made. For instance, on this video that plastic rotating brush fitment to clean the aluminium part was a really good tip. In conjunction with giving a once over regarding the importance of SST (Special Service Tool) in certain tasks will educate young mechanics and DIYers - extremely vital and very basic but often overlooked. Many thanks once again for your excellent work and generosity in sharing the vital knowledge with us.

[@Diagnosedan]

Thanks for the awsome comment it's appreciated

[@lesliealexander8114]

As a mechanic myself. I like your workmanship and proper tools makes the looks like chalk and cheese👍👍👍

[@Diagnosedan]

Thank you Leslie

[@roadkill5333]

THANK GOD they put that snap ring into place, to hold that ball joint in!! That way, the corrosion, and the unimaginable forces wouldn't be overworked!! Nice one Dan, thanks for sharing!

[@Diagnosedan]

🤣🤣😜👍

[@herkko61]

I've never seen any tutorial so clear and professional as this one! Good job Dan and thanks!

[@stevcestojkovski7281]

yea bro this man is wery explaining and advising you about any erors or posible mistakes

[@JonnyJohn23]

This video should better be named DiagnoseDan doing some gym! 😂😂 Now seriously, nice video, keep them coming!!!

[@Diagnosedan]

Yep, i burned some calories on that job😉

[@JohnSRosamond]

I really like that integrated bearing in the bushing tool. Yes, I like the repair videos a lot. Please make more.

[@Diagnosedan]

Thanks for your comment!😊👍

[@alexandriabowe]

DiagnoseDan you never cease to amaze, there are so many types of diagnostic work. And parts changers would tell you that you need a new hub. Great video. Eric O would have to break out the torch because of the rust lol.

[@Diagnosedan]

Yes Eric loves to use his torch!🤣🤣

[@aleastwood1698]

Yes you would need the torch where I am as well. I'm in London On Canada about Three and a half hours from Eric O's in New York State

[@mkalamo]

Wow I didn’t realize this was your first one, they just keep getting better!!!

[@85rx7se]

I like both the diagnosis and the mechanical work as well. Both are very informative.

[@Diagnosedan]

Thanks for the feedback!😊👍

[@jayduffy4163]

These are great videos. It's great when a professional takes the time to share what they know.

[@xsnrgy05]

Its good to see Danny isn't afraid to get his hands dirty with the basic stuff. You should be a tutor at a Polytech Danny. No, wait, how am I gunna learn from you then? Great stuff as usual.

[@davefish4965]

nice to see you didnt put the windy gun on the thread to remove the bush,yes more please ,you explain really well, as always

[@Diagnosedan]

Thanks Dave!

[@nicknicu1787]

This one really gave you a workout! Great to see the professor getting his hands dirty so to speak. 😁 Your hole cleaning techniques are also spot on! 😂

[@Diagnosedan]

🤣🤣😊👍

[@chrischrismon]

I liked the video alot. I'm not familiar with Euro cars, this makes it easy to understand

[@Diagnosedan]

Glad it helps!

[@gregmackenzie]

The mechanical videos are really good too! Love to watch other mechanics work, always seem to come away with new tips and tricks (like that plastic cleaning brush), so thank-you for that!

[@harrywilson4311]

Its great to have a mixtures of video's on your channel! Love the mechanical side👌🏼 keep doing what you're doing Dan!

[@Diagnosedan]

Thanks it's appreciated!

[@billrimmer5596]

Great vid!! With your diagnostic skills, it's easy for some to think your just a braniac. When I was first watching your vids u said u wore out a few Milwaukee 12 volt ratchets. I said to myself, sure he did. But now I actually believe u. When we're not watching, I know u just rattle on those lug nuts with your impact. What tech doesn't know his impact? Really enjoy the repair vids too!! Cool rack!!

[@CubasAutomotive]

Nice! Representing Cody's Auto Diagnostics! Hopefully we can get you over here to visit one day, one of our training events. 😉😉 Awesome to see the day to day Dan at work, and turning wrenches! You make it look too easy! 😂😂😊😊

[@codysautodiagnosticsprogra8706]

Definitely would be nice to get Dan over here for some training and meet and greet 😄

[@Diagnosedan]

Thanks Cuba it's appreciated 😊👍

[@billmcdonald1296]

What an incredible diagnostician you are. A great dad as well. May I humbly suggest that you use eye and ear protection when you use power tools? At 55 years old, I have tinnitus (constant ringing in my ears) from all of the shop noise during my days. Be well and thank you for all of the entertaining lessons.

[@PaulC1980]

Dan's arms need to be sponsored by Snap On, build tough! 7000nm torque 💪per arm. Nice video Dan

[@Diagnosedan]

😂😂😜👍

[@kingbolen_official]

A new style repair solution appear on DiagnoseDan channel,diagnosis + mechanical will reach more people. But it also spend more time to make and edit this video. Thanks for sharing,Come on Dan!

[@m.v.k4681]

Loved it, you are still very methodical in all you do. Thanks dan, it’s a pleasure to see you work I could watch you all day.

[@theautomotivedoctormr.wils9217]

Great video Dan to much work lol . Would of had to step up to half inch racket with long handle and deep well socket . I'm getting to old for the bull work . Did enjoy you adding some of the other shop related repairs though . Dan fixed it again , keep them coming .

[@Diagnosedan]

No problem, thanks for watching!😊👍

[@WatchWesWork]

What? A suspension repair that does not involve heating anything with a torch, hammering anything with an air hammer, or coating everything in anti-seize for the next time? I'm moving...

[@Diagnosedan]

🤣🤣👍

[@PaulysAuto]

These BMW's really do amaze me when you're able to remove suspension components and parts with basic hand tools without dragging over the torch!

[@1_D333]

That's what I'd call highly skilled mechanic vs mediocre one. Honestly, which mechanic you'd want to see if it was your own car. Although it's understood not all repair situations are ideal 😊

[@throttlebottle5906]

yeah, he needs a big taste of the "rust belt" or ocean beach front vehicles lol

[@davidhall3747]

Suspension work on BMW's is straight forward for the most part. Not too difficult.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

That was a good workout Dan! Not like Eric O with all the pneumatic tools that remove wheel bearings in seconds haha 😁👍

[@Diagnosedan]

Oldschool this time Ivan 💪

[@zxtenn]

Eric is shipping Dan 'BIG NASTY' HEHEHHEHEE

[@javaidmalik1]

I love all of video it's full of quality jobs which is given by you only and I learn lot

[@danman9017]

nice video Dan,that why i wach these video is to see what the tools you guys are using.lol thanks

[@Diagnosedan]

That's a great idea!

[@georgigeorgiev1300]

Hey dan is that scissor lift good enough for a workshop or the two post one is a must have ? And great work again I'd like to watch more of these fix it together videos ;)

[@Diagnosedan]

Both have pro's and cons. On a two post you can't open the doors. And on a scissor you can't work on certain parts of the bottom of the car.

[@Diagnosedan]

@Indosarnia scissor lifts are a bit more Expensive.

[@Ron_A._Bolton]

Love the Bloopers at the end, keeps it real. Thanks Dan, another great Video.

[@Diagnosedan]

Thanks Ron

[@Ahmed-rp2ve]

Man oh man, you are very talented, your channel is very underrated, may ask where did you learn or what school did you get in to be a technician?

[@Diagnosedan]

Technical school and many courses😉 O and watching youtube video's😊

[@Ahmed-rp2ve]

@@Diagnosedan i wish to be as good as you are one day, but there are no good technical school here in sudan

[@lennywebb274]

Awesome. It's similar to the X5. When I have to do this I am now informed. Thank you!!

[@BigDog50001]

Awesome job Dan!

[@Diagnosedan]

Thanks buddy😊👍

[@Automotive_Solutions]

Nothing wrong with a repair video especially when done properly. 👍

[@Diagnosedan]

Thanks buddy, i appreciate it!😊👍

[@seankirby2580]

Where have you been? No diagnostic videos posted for many months. Great to see you back. I was surprised that you didn't spray penetrating oil on the threads before you loosened the bolts, and also that you tightened the wheel bolts clockwise, rather than doing the opposites, ie 5, 2, 4, 1, 3 on a 5 stud wheel. The torque wrench just showed the wheel bolts were tight, but the airgun might have over tightened them firstly. Electric cars aren't selling well in the UK, so it's good that you stopped making videos about repairing them. Great work, thanks.

[@Diagnosedan]

I posted a diagnostic video 2 weeks ago😉

[@seankirby2580]

@@Diagnosedan Oh, right, thank you. I've been watching your videos on a large smart tv, which doesn't give me the same selection as the computer.

[@stefan2meter]

Hi Dan, discovered your channel recently and in this video I noticed the Dutch plates; nice to see a quality channel from my home country even though if’s still 200km away from where I live. About this video, I own a similar model and I have yet to lift the rear to check, but I suspect the rose bush to be faulty and was hoping you could tell if I am looking in the right direction. Symptoms: after braking hard repeatedly to bed in new rotors and pads, my rear right wheel has a lot of negative camber and toe in; rear left as well but much less. Steering wheel is also off center, on acceleration the rear pulls to one side and on releasing the pedal it ‘snaps’ back... but drives straight otherwise without any noise or trembling. On visual inspection all other bushings seem fine, no play.

[@leeregan8017]

Hi Dan Thanks again for another great video, I’ve done a few of these bushes and like yours I’ve had a few tight ones!! Can’t believe people EVER give you a thumbs down, As I say I’ve done these before but I still watch the videos because of how great you are at explaining jobs and I always recommend your videos to other mechanics and they always thank me and agree you great at what you do👍 👍👍 Keep up the great work mate and I guess ignore those thumb done jealous sad people that ain’t got a clue!!!! Cheers Lee 👍👍👍👍👍

[@johnkocolowski6839]

When I was 13 years old began working at my dads tire shop. We were taught always tighten lug nuts using a star pattern. Did that method change? I love the video. I learned how to remove and replace these type bushing with a specialty tool I didn’t know existed. Thanks for all you do Dan!

[@MrSteve6343]

Personally and I do not want to pick at the work yes I agree with the practice of as you put it a star pattern to tighten a wheel. It prevents the wheel snagging at an angle. I also think the snap on electric gun if you check in fact over tightens the wheel bolts even with only letting it dugga dugga a couple of times, they are far to powerful on bolts like that. The torque check at the end ought to have tightened the wheel bolts up more to the correct tightness. It only clicked due to it being at the correct tightness or beyond it already. From my experience it will nearly always be too tight. I would also recommend to the customer we did 4 wheel alignment although it was marked. If the customer declines then a premature worn tyre is not able to be blamed on us. Still enjoyed the content as always don't like to knock what you do just feel it is always good to get feedback whichever way it is.

[@Diagnosedan]

Your right about the way your dad taught you how to tighten the wheels. I would recommend doing it that way.

[@Diagnosedan]

@@MrSteve6343 i recommended an allignment! But is was declined by the owner

[@wysetech2000]

@@Diagnosedan Typical...Can afford an expensive car but can't afford (or too cheap) to complete the repair.

[@Conservator.]

wysetech2000 Luckily the customer does have enough money for new tyres. 😉

[@obsoleteprofessor2034]

That has got to be the neatest brush ever!

[@simonnell9144]

Great video again Dan! I did a similar repair on a BMW X5. Special tools certainly handy!

[@Diagnosedan]

It makes the difference between a simple job and a potential nightmare

[@Krillekris]

Love the repair video. Please make more :-)

[@Diagnosedan]

No problem!

[@dustin9035]

The lifetime transmission fluid engineer designed that bushing too.

[@djmech3871]

😂😂😂

[@berndcassel2581]

That is nothing for americans

[@MANTAMANBREAK]

Great Video Dan, but you need to wear a mask you don't want to be breathing in all that dust.....Awesome camera work as well !!!!

[@baxrok2.]

Nice fix. Special tools really help!

[@Diagnosedan]

Would take to long without it😬

[@rdownmakeITbetter]

Great alternative to your diagnostic videos. I use a similar brush to clean up aluminium suspension components but I warm everything up with a heat-gun prior to pressing bushings out because the aluminium expands more than the steel making the job just a touch easier - unless you prefer a good work-out. :)

[@laaribi_abdo]

Very nice job mate, i'm waiting for mechanical video, i wont to learn more

[@Diagnosedan]

No problem!

[@sitdox]

Nice video bit off old style spannering does you good 😂 Liked that little gun what it is some sort off polisher is it good piece of kit will need to talk with our rep Anyway thank you and keep up the good work all the best

[@Diagnosedan]

I love that tool, it's a polisher but i use it alot for cleaning brakes

[@petar443]

i like general repair videos.Make a video on how to change REAR brake pads on Euro car with electric parking brake! it will be interesting!

[@Diagnosedan]

Good Idea!

[@melicico123]

You nead the diagnose tool to replace the pads.

[@robhughes8516]

@@melicico123 no you dont

[@MrGazzw]

This was an enjoyable video, please definitely do more of this type of video, I really did enjoy watching it.

[@Diagnosedan]

Thank you very much, i'm glad you liked it😊👍

[@levijones3056]

I watched the entire video! I enjoyed it, you do nice work sir.

[@Diagnosedan]

Glad you liked it!

[@onestepdan]

loved it. I see you didn't have to rotate across the wheel when touring the nuts.

[@davidhall3747]

Nice work Dan. Would like to see more repair videos on the (7) series BMW. I Own a 2006 BMW 760i Nice Car- but very complex. It has (5) Computers just to control the Engine alone. I perform most of the repairs- but need assistance sometimes.

[@Diagnosedan]

If something interesting comes up i'll film it!

[@herrkiwi3110]

Those Snap On flex head ratchets are awesome ! We had a short hydraulic "porta-power" style ram we used on jobs like these and for removing cylinder liners on large diesel engines it was fantastic, but required two people sometimes for successful operation , at least when you do it by hand you don't need to go to the gym :-). Another great video Dan , well done ! New shop looks pretty awesome.

[@Japool1]

Een EDDING 751 lakstift werkt mooi voor die markeringen aan te brengen, steek je ook makkelijk in je overall of broekzak :)

[@titanicsauce2152]

Good stuff DiagnoseDan. Keep them coming!

[@enriquemartinez7990]

I would love to see you again Spanning wrenches

[@Diagnosedan]

Great! No problem!

[@usman_oz]

Always a delight to watch

[@donnierobertson3088]

Great job again like always

[@Diagnosedan]

Thanks Donnie😊👍!

[@nuvisionprinting]

God that is dedication! Doing things the hard way so people can learn! You are awesome! Love your work Dan! Love to see more mechanical work!

[@roscoekorn1744]

Great video Dan. Please post a link as to where you got that brush for cleaning the corrosion.

[@Diagnosedan]

You can buy them from ebay it's called roloc by 3m

[@omcx1e]

This is by far the best video I have found on this job, but, doesn't Dan own a torque wrench? All of those bolts/nuts need to be torqued properly, not just slammed on with an impact wrench.

[@djr3485]

Diagnose Dan Fixed it Again now Diagnose Dan Wrenchin’ Again... Great teaching and content A+ This channel continues to be a stand out in its technical field.

[@Diagnosedan]

Thanks for the great comment, as always 😊👍

[@johnbuttner5698]

great video! Good to know when a special tool is needed.

[@Diagnosedan]

Thanks for watching my video's it's appreciated

[@andrewturchan6065]

Hey Dan , you are great mechanic/technician but , first , you run al the bolts dry , they should be lubricated because dry install may alter torque . Second , You've over torqued wheel with a gun and after your torque wrench only clicks . That means that you've overtighten them . You should always just "suck them in and torque wrench has to move freely for number of degrees before it clicks . That gives you equal torque force on all bolts . Wheel or any other part won't distort . Still I love your videos !!!!

[@markberg7292]

Hi Dan.I like the repair video's, keep it up! What brand and model of car lift is that?

[@Diagnosedan]

It's a Wolf lift WKS3050A

[@twalsh51]

Brilliant vid Dan on the 5 series bushing repair. One question - what country do you operate from.

[@basecom70]

I like your camera work while doing the repair. I really like your diag work. Makes real sense. Thanks for sharing.

[@ashtonm.3825]

Love the repairs too

[@yilmaztosun4858]

Now you know how it feels to get dirty😜😜 great video Dan

[@Diagnosedan]

Believe me, i know😉

[@SA-qn9rg]

everything from you is fantastic

[@EXOVCDS]

Nothing wrong with getting your hands dirty... I watch any / all videos you post! =)

[@Diagnosedan]

Thanks Thomas a comment like this coming from a guy like you is what keeps me going. Its really appreciated👍👍👍👍

[@Thilakprince]

* Thank you very much your youtube Videos. * God bless you Sir. Thank you. .

[@Diagnosedan]

Thank you very much!!😊👍👍👍

[@maxmoughal5183]

Definitely more of this type of video Mr Dan, i just did this on the road with very limited tools so it was quite a bit of a challenge but your video helped a lot!

[@carlosm517]

Your videos rock!

[@Diagnosedan]

😂😂👍💪Thanks Carlos

[@fishhead6214]

Great job my friend. I would enjoy watching more of your mechanical skills too.

[@hornett22]

i use an open end wrench to guide those bolts out instead of fingers. nothing like a metal burr to ruin your day.

[@robertpsotka3525]

Dan, nice video. May I suggest using a longer wrench. You are an animal like I was in my younger mechanic days, now at 62 my shoulders are shot

[@Paolo0902]

Great tip with cleaning aluminium parts, Thanks Dan. Repair videos are also welcome. Could you pass details of this rubber brushes, please.

[@betty123ism]

Yeah wow, that was impressive! Shiny polished aluminum where it really counts.

[@tomthumb3085]

Brilliant video, thanks Dan. It’s great to see mechanical repairs performed and explained with the same clarity as your diagnostic videos. This makes the work so much easier for those who find repairs daunting. I really enjoy your Chanel.

[@janvanderwal2744]

Goed gereedschap is het halve werk, mooi spul man.. en weer een mooi filmpje.. maar een klein puntje, kleintje maar.. volgorde van aandraaien van de wielbouten.. of loop ik nu te zeiken? Bedoel het wel positief hoor!

[@Diagnosedan]

Ha ha je bent al de zoveelste die dat zegt😉 Met goed gereedschap kan inderdaad een vervelende/lastige klus een eenvoudige/leuke klus worden. Bedankt voor het kijken en voor de feedback

[@Mikej0h]

Great video, please make some more of these! ;-). One question: when you replace these ball joint bushings, do you just repair the one needing fixing, or is it advisable to fix the other one as well (perhaps related due to alignment, same as shock absorbers)?

[@weldingjunkie]

Love the German they make suspension work so easy even with thier 8 control arms 🤣 nice to see you representing Cody. Great video Dan looking forward to more repair vids... jay

[@Diagnosedan]

Cody is an awsome guy he deserves it!

[@badermeinhof123]

Great video. Like the instructions and recommendation on tools and what to look out for. 👍

[@brianburns7211]

Mechanical repair is interesting to me. I like the variety. I’ve admired your electrical diagnostic ability. This shows that you are very well rounded in your skills. I think that you and Eric O came from the same mold.

[@Diagnosedan]

🤣🤣👍Thanks Brian

[@aleastwood1698]

Hey guy's Check out Rainman Ray's he is good too

[@daoudabdsamad3233]

From Algeria Thank you very much

[@urluisurluis1422]

You should discussed preload if the suspension and how to set it properly.

[@ghostlegz]

great video dan do it again more videos missed you for a while there

[@Diagnosedan]

Didn't you get a notification? Did you see my last Video?

[@ghostlegz]

@@Diagnosedan I see you have a lot of critics on here about how to do things and probably most of them have never done half of what you have

[@becomematrix]

I have the same tool. Saved me loads of $$$$

[@joesfamilyfarm]

Another great video Dan!

[@Diagnosedan]

Thank you!

[@chesterbaby1855]

Brilliant informative video,thank you Cody👍

[@stevemazzarella9259]

That was cool, I thought you only did dIagnostic work!!! 👍🏻

[@Diagnosedan]

No in Holland a Tech generally does all work.

[@wysetech2000]

Yeah.......we need to see him sweat a little 😊

[@alistairpowers8129]

Great Video Dan, Yes I would like to see more of your repair videos

[@Diagnosedan]

Thanks for your feedback!😊👍

[@rlbatch5193]

Why didn’t you use an impact wrench to drive the puller nut? Hand wrenching the puller with a long box wrench is hard work.

[@nickidewet7711]

Need a long pipe socket to take care of the threaded rod

[@paullyons4624]

Because you need to feel what’s going on with hand tools, air gun will rip the threads of the threaded bar. Ask me how I know 😂

[@Diagnosedan]

The tool isn't suited for power tools.

[@wysetech2000]

RL Batch He said he has had that tool for a long time. I guess that's why.

[@defendermender4959]

Need to be careful you don’t damage the housing as Dan said on the video 👍🏻

[@simplelangperorock]

9:15 Great work explaining. Is that okay? all that weight/torque you’re putting on the whole assembly turning that busing tool?

[@Deutsche_1]

9,32 bushing mooves hard in the hub, i normally heat the outher ring so the bushing mooves more freely, just a little tip to avoiding your body from stress.

[@richardwallinger1683]

at 76 years old i always coat the metal parts with coppergrease to prevent any electrolytic corrosion . It makes me happy for a job well done .

[@zakzul5735]

Hey dan, great video as always, done many of these myself - having the correct tools DOES make a difference. Any chance you could link that rubber cleaning wheel for your rotary? Thanks

[@Diagnosedan]

www.amazon.com/3M-3M-18730-Roloc-Bristle-Grade/dp/B002P55TX6

[@bsouza1675]

Great job 👍...... By the way, Who makes the lift in the video? Really nice unit!