Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove HIGH PRESSURE PUMP .
Unlock connector (1) and remove.
Feed out connector (1) behind feed line, remove FEED LINE if necessary.
Release screws on both knock sensors (1) and remove knock sensors (1).
Installation note:
Clean contact surface of knock sensors on engine block.
NOTE: Reassemble the vehicle.
Check stored error/fault messages.
Clear diagnostic fault entries from fault memory.
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Front axle repair instructions: Information on replacing shock absorbers
Situation:
When a shock absorber is faulty on one side (leaking, noises, etc.), often both shock absorbers on the axle in
question are replaced.
Effect:
This is not necessary for technical reasons and causes the manufacturer not to recognize the unnecessarily
removed shock absorbers as def ...