BMW 33526780077 Rear Shock Absorber

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Yes, most strut assembly components can be replaced.

The steering and suspension check includes inspecting tires for irregular wear patterns and proper inflation, checking the universal joint and steering gear housing for leakage, examining tie-rod ends and all suspension and steering components for damage or wear, testing the movement of the steering components while an assistant turns the steering wheel, checking balljoints for play and inspecting their boots for damage, and inspecting the suspension arm bushings at the rear of the vehicle for deterioration.

If your vehicle has a strut tower brace, remove the cowl trim panel cap and associated bolts. Regardless of the model, from within the engine compartment, remove the strut upper mounting nuts and lower the strut assembly. Be sure to take note of any alignment marks between the mounting plate and vehicle body.

Slide the tube, bump stop, and cap onto the shock absorber. For installation, follow the reverse steps of removal, ensuring proper torque settings and alignment are maintained.

Attach the shock absorber upper mount to the subframe using new self-locking nuts, and avoid mixing shock brands on a single axle by using the BMW part number to match manufacturers.

If a new coil spring is being installed, relieve the tension on the spring compressor and remove the coil spring.

Disassemble and reassemble the strut assembly on a bench.