Special tools required:
Installation note:
Necessary preliminary tasks:
IMPORTANT: Risk of damage! When the output shaft is removed from the wheel bearing, the tripod (2) can be pulled out of the joint housing (1) and fall into the rubber gaiter (3). In this event, it will be necessary to install a new output shaft because the tripod (2) can jam or a roller of the tripod (2) can slip off the moulding. The roller would then be located in the gaiter (3) or bellows and result in rapid failure.
Secure spring strut against falling out.
Release screw (1) on strut.
Unfasten screws (2).
Installation note: Replace screws.
For support bearings that have already been installed, do not use self-tapping screws.
If thread in support bearing is damaged, use Helicoil thread insert.
Remove spring strut with swivel bearing downwards out of wheel arch.
After installation:
Removing and installing complete left or right spring strut shock absorber
Special tools required:
Installation note:
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Secure spring strut against falling out.
Release screw (1) on strut.
Unfasten screws (2).
Installation note:
Replace screws.
For support bearings that have already been installed, do not use self-tapping screws.
If thread in support bearing is damaged, use Helicoil thread insert.
Remove spring strut with swivel bearing downwards out of wheel arch.
After installation:
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Wheel wells: Replace front right wheel arch
Note the special vehicle identification number procedure when replacing the wheel arch (order the new body
part with the vehicle identification number, if necessary)!
STRIP DOWN vehicle.
Read about the procedure in repair instructions for WHEEL ARCH FRONT LEFT and transfer schematically
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