Special tools required:
NOTE: If the wishbone is detached from the front axle support, it will be necessary to carry out the wheel alignment procedure .
Necessary preliminary work:
IMPORTANT: Do not release wishbone from swivel bearing with impact tool.
Check rubber boot and tension ring for damage! When reinstalling the wishbone, check the seal seat for the tension ring between wishbone and swivel bearing and replace wishbone, if applicable!
If necessary, remove link for ride-height sensor at wishbone on left.
Release nut (1) approx. 3-4 thread turns; if necessary, counter support at Torx socket.
If necessary, replace lower section 31 2 242 with lower section 31 2 246 Use special tool 31 2 240 to press wishbone from swivel bearing.
Unscrew nut (1) and remove control arm.
Installation note:
Keep journal on ball head and bushing in swivel bearing clean and free from oil and grease.
Replace self-locking nut.
Slacken nut (1).
Remove bolt towards front, remove wishbone (2).
Installation note:
Screw head must point in direction of travel.
Tighten down screw connection in NORMAL POSITION .
Replace screw and nut.
After installation: Carry out wheel alignment procedure .
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING BOTH TRAILING LINKS
NOTE: The procedure is described in Removing and installing/replacing left or right trailing link.
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Condition based service (applies to certain vehicles only) - service bulletin si
b 00 07 02 (2/2009): Service indication (except e65 and e66)
The service indicators are displayed in two possible locations inside the vehicle:
1. Instrument Cluster
The Instrument Cluster CBS display uses two separate displays:
A colored symbol in the center upper display:
Orange for normal
Yellow for service due
Red for service overdue
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