NOTE: Owing to the different engine variants and equipment specifications, not all the components are taken into consideration.
The following list basically represents the removal sequence.
- Remove battery
- Remove bumper trim panel
- Bottom center cover
- Remove bumper support
- Remove guide for rear center bumper
- Remove guide for rear left bumper
- Remove tail panel cover
- Loosen holder, rear silencer
- Partially detach tailgate seal
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Spring strut: Replacing front left or right spring strut shock absorber
Special tools required:
31 3 340
31 3 341
31 3 355
33 0 040
31 0 040
WARNING:
Prior to each use of special tool 31 3 340, it is essential to read the associated
Owner's Handbook fully!
All the safety precautions and instructions contained in the Owner's Handbook
must be strictly ...