IMPORTANT:
- The wishbone must be installed with the opening (U-section) facing downward!
- If the wishbone is bent, the screw connection between the control arm and wheel carrier must be replaced.
Necessary preliminary work:
Release left and right screws (1). Slide anti-roll bar (2) forward.
Installation note:
Replace screws.
Release nut (1) and remove screw towards front.
Installation note: Tighten down screw connection in NORMAL POSITION .
Replace screw and nut.
Release nut (1) and remove screw towards front.
Remove wishbone (2).
Installation note: The wishbone must be installed with the opening (U-section) facing downward! Raise wheel carrier using workshop jack.
Bolt heads face in forward direction.
Replace screw and nut.
After installation:
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Front lid: Adjusting engine compartment lid
IMPORTANT:
Do not damage adjoining body components!
Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing adjustment options are not
sufficient.
Observe GAP DIMENSIONS.
NOTE:
Stop screw must not be damaged or missing. If necessary, replace engine
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