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  2. BMW
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  3. Serie 3
    4. : Rear shock absorber replacement

BMW Serie 3 - Video tutorial

Model: BMW Serie 3 E92, E91, E90 - Years 2005-2013
Part: Shock absorbers
Operation: Rear shock absorber replacement

Replacing the rear shock absorbers is much easier than the front ones since the damper and spring are not coaxial; therefore lift the car on the bridge, remove the rear wheel and intercept the nut that fixes the lower part of the shock absorber to the swing arm of the suspension; therefore apply a support jack under the suspension, remove the nut and free the lower part of the shock absorber; then remove the jack, lower the car and access the luggage compartment by removing the support surface cover, the suitcase beating band and the side carpet covering in order to reach the bodywork dome and complete the dismantling of the shock absorber; apply the bellows and support to the new shock absorber and proceed in reverse for installation.


Posted on 7 September 2023 by ScegliAuto

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