BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Spring strut

Replacing wheel bearing for front wheel

Necessary preliminary tasks: Remove FRONT WHEEL . Remove BRAKE DISC . Check brake pad and replace if necessary! Release screws (1). ...

Information on replacing shock absorbers

Situation: When a shock absorber is faulty on one side (leaking, noises, etc.), often both shock absorbers on the axle in question are replaced. ...

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BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Spring strut: Removing and installing/replacing trailing link on left or right spring strut dome
Special tools required: 00 9 120 IMPORTANT: Vehicles must not be driven without tension struts. Driving without trailing links may damage the vehicle body. trailing links can be secured with screws or nuts. Screws must be tightened to specified torque and then tightened down ...