Front Spring Strut Shock Absorber Replacement Guide for X3 E83 X Series
Check auxiliary damper (1), gaiter (2) and spring pad (3) for
damage, replace if necessary.
Insert shock absorber in tensioned coil spring.
Note:
Align spring pad (3) by way of recess to spring plate.
Check support bearing (1) and spring pad (4) for damage,
replace if necessary.
Attach spring plate (3) with spring pad (4) to piston rod.
Attach shim (2) and support bearing (1) with dust protection
sleeve to piston rod.
Replace nut and tighten down with special tool 31 3 210 (grip
piston rod in the process).
Tightening torque 31 31 2AZ
.
Fit cover cap.
Important!
Lower end of coil spring (1) must rest on stop (2) of spring
pad!
Upper end of coil spring (3) must rest on stop (4) of spring
pad!
Relieve tension on coil spring.
Check installation position of gaiter, correct fold if necessary.
RA Replacing front left or right spring strut shock absorber
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Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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