BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Replacing left or right rear axle support compression strut
IMPORTANT: Observe safety information for raising the vehicle Driving without compression struts is not permitted! Risk of damage! The rear axle support must be supported at the front if both compression struts need to be replaced.
Release screws (1).
Release screw (2).
Installation note: Replace screw.
Remove compression strut (3).
Installation note:
Check threads for damage; if necessary, repair with HELICOIL THREAD INSERTS .
Turn in all screws, first tightening screws (2) and then tightening screws (1).
Axle mounting
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Replacing two rubber mounts for rear axle carrier
Special tools required:
33 4 140
33 0 012
33 4 149
2 293 791
2 293 785
2 208 576
2 155 744
2 208 574
2 293 788
2 293 790
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Other materials:
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Approved hydraulic fluids: E24, e28, e32, e34, and e38
E24, E28 produced prior to 9/87
Pentosin CHF 4548 was used for initial factory filling.
For filling up and replacement the following oil is to be used:
Pentosin CHF 7.1 BMW Part No. 81 22 1 468 879
Pentosin CHF 4548 and CHF 7.1 can be mixed in these cars.
For complete system oil replacement:
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