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  3. Serie 3
    4. : How to adjust the ring shock absorbers.

BMW Serie 3 - Video tutorial

Model: BMW Serie 3 E92, E91, E90 - Years 2005-2013
Part: Shock absorbers
Operation: How to adjust the ring shock absorbers.

When a car is new, the shock absorber calibration is very soft and oscillates between 1 and 4. However, it can be customized by adjusting the hardness through the compression-extension ratio, which can be oscillated between 3 and 1. Here's the procedure for adjusting car shock absorbers: Position the hydraulic jack of the car just below the mounting bar, usually located near the bumper, not far from the wheel. Also, put an additional jack under the other wheel for safer work. Now, using the appropriate key, remove the wheel, exposing the shock absorber. At this point, work on the threaded ring, located near the hub that locks the plate with the shock absorber. This procedure is used to adjust the height of the front and rear device.


Posted on 24 May 2023 by ScegliAuto

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