Necessary preliminary work:
Undo nuts (1) at bottom of steering column.
Secure steering column against falling out.
Undo nuts (1) at top of steering column.
Remove steering column by pulling upward.
After installation:
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Shock absorber: 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 the axle in question are replaced.
Effect:
This is not necessary for technical reasons and causes the manufacturer not to recognize the unneces ...