BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing rear left or right spring strut shock absorber
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual / Driveline+Axles / Shock absorber / Removing and installing rear left or right spring strut shock absorber
NOTE: With full spring deflection, the coil spring may touch the gaiter, depending on the design.
This is not a fault!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove luggage compartment trim panels .
- Secure spring strut against dropping.
- Remove CAMBER ARM.
Release screw (1).
Installation note: Replace screws.
After completing work:
- Perform WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK .
Information on replacing shock absorbers
Situation:
When a shock absorber is faulty on one side (leaking, noises, limit values exceeded on the shock tester), often
both shock absorbers on ...
Replacing rear left or right spring strut shock absorber
Special tools required:
31 3 340
31 3 341
31 3 353
33 0 040
WARNING:
Before using the special tool 31 3 340 take care to read throu ...
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BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Troubleshooting: Notes on handling wiring harnesses and cables
The following applies in general:
To avoid damage, observe the following instructions:
Avoid compressive and tensile loads
To ensure professional repairs, perform repair work only with BMW-approved or recommended special
tools and spare parts
Make sure cables are laid without kinks or abr ...
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