1 Series E81 130i (N52K) 3-door
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Troubleshooting shock absorber
Read and comply with Information on replacing shock absorbers.
Fault
Cause
Remedy
Wheel knocking (bottoming)
Auxiliary spring faulty
Visually inspect auxiliary spring for
cracking, replace auxiliary spring
AWD only: Visually inspect support
ring for damage
Shock absorber leaking (oil/gas)
Replace shock absorber
Rattling noise
Shock absorber mounting loose
Tighten shock absorber
Support bearing faulty/hardened
Replace support bearing
Shock absorber leaking (gas/oil)
Replace shock absorber
Worn down areas (flattened areas)
on tyre profile
Shock absorber leaking (gas/oil)
Replace shock absorber
Long after-swinging of body after
driving over rough road
Shock absorber leaking (insufficient
shock absorber effect)
Replace shock absorber
Building-up of body in case of
successive uneven surfaces
Shock absorber leaking (insufficient
shock absorber effect)
Replace shock absorber
Wheels jumping even on normal
road surfaces
Shock absorber leaking (insufficient
shock absorber effect)
Replace shock absorber
Whistling noises
Separating skin in vent holes of
auxiliary spring
Remove separating skin
RA Troubleshooting shock absorber
BMW AG - TIS
22.01.2013 05:01
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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