3 Series E90 316i (N45) SAL
31 31 000
Removing and installing complete left or right
spring strut shock absorber
Important!
If the centering pin is missing from the support bearing, the
position of the studs to the wheel arch must be marked so that
the original camber is approximately maintained.
Only one nut may ever be released for marking.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
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Remove front wheel
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Remove stabilizer link from spring strut
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Detach plug connection for pulse generator and expose line
up to holder on spring strut
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Disconnect plug connection for brake pad sensor and expose
line up to brake caliper
•
Remove front brake disc
If necessary, remove jointed rod of ride-height sensor from control
arm.
Slacken control arm bolt connection on front axle carrier in order
to prevent control arm rubber mount from being damaged.
Remove control arm from swivel bearing.
Remove tie rod end from swivel bearing.
Remove tension strut from swivel bearing
RA Removing and installing complete left or right spring strut shock absorber
BMW AG - TIS
18.01.2013 10:17
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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