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Replacing the Shock Absorber Spring

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years 1998-2006
Part: Suspension system

This video shows the procedure to replace the rear spring of a BMW 3 Series shock absorber. Start by removing the bolts from the rear wheel; safely lift the vehicle with a jack and completely remove the wheel. Position a jack to support the shock absorber and remove the bolt located behind it. Lower the jack. Now, using the OEM jack, extract the spring and replace its rubber seals. Position the new spring so that its marking is visible. In this case, the spring marking is white. To reinstall the wheel, perform the same steps as before in reverse order.

Updated on 7 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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