NOTE: With full spring deflection, the coil spring may touch the gaiter, depending on the design.
This is not a fault!
NOTE: Work is identical to REMOVING AND INSTALLING SPRING STRUT !
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Front axle repair instructions: Raising vehicle with trolley jack
Observe the following trolley-jack-related instructions:
1. Only trolley jacks sold or approved by BMW, with a rubber plate on their mounting, may be used!
2. Trolley jacks must be regularly serviced and always checked for functional reliability before they are
used!
3. Check the rubber plate ...