Special tools required:
IMPORTANT: After completion of the repair work, CHECK GEARBOX OIL LEVEL.
For these transfer boxes, use approved TRANSMISSION OIL only.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove protective cap (1) with a screwdriver.
Drive a hole into radial shaft seal (1) using a center punch (2).
IMPORTANT: Do not use a drill as drillings may result in transmission malfunction.
Screw in special tool 23 0 490 .
Drive out radial shaft seal (1) with impact weight (2).
Drive in radial shaft seal with special tool 2 318 114 .
Reassemble the vehicle.
Check oil level.
Check transmission for leaks.
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Axle mounting: Replacing left or right rear axle support compression strut
IMPORTANT:
Observe safety information for raising the vehicle
Driving without compression struts is not permitted!
Risk of damage!
The rear axle support must be supported at the front if both compression struts need to be
replaced.
Release screws (1).
Release screw (2).
Install ...