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 > Rear brakes: Removing and installing or replacing brake pads on both rear disc brakes (trw floating caliper)
Special tools required: 34 1 280 2 320 871 2 320 299 IMPORTANT: Brake pad wear sensor: after removal it must be replaced (brake pad wear sensor loses its retention capability in the break pad). Retaining pins and expanding spring: for vehicles older than 48 months i ...