BMW 33526780195 Rear Shock Absorber

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To access the front suspension components, start by blocking the rear wheels, applying the parking brake, and raising the front of the vehicle. Support it securely on jackstands and then remove the appropriate front wheel. Additionally, remove the fasteners securing the engine under-shield and take off the brake disc.

The fasteners should be tightened to the final torque only after the vehicle has been lowered and the suspension has settled.

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.

The front suspension shock absorbers on 3-Series models are MacPherson struts.

To start removing the shock absorber, block the front wheels and raise the rear of the vehicle using jackstands. Removing the rear wheel can provide better access. On E-series chassis models, remove the luggage compartment side trim panel. Position a floor jack underneath the hub carrier and raise it to support the weight of the carrier.

Detach the wheel speed sensor wire harness and brake pad wear sensor wire harness from the strut housing.

The assembly process is the reverse of disassembly, using a new upper strut self-locking nut and tightening it fully before releasing the spring compressor.