BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Adjusting/replacing bump stops

BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual / Body and Frame / Rear lid / Adjusting/replacing bump stops

Necessary preliminary tasks: Remove luggage compartment wheel arch panel .

Following parts must not be damaged:

(1) Bump stop
(2) Lock nut (following illustration)

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General view of rear side:

Adjust stop pads
Remove cap (1).
Adjust stop pad to correct height by turning screw (2) to left or right.
Remove stop pads
Release nut (3) and remove stop pads.

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