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51 12 ... Checking Shock (Impact) Absorber For Rear Bumper

Remove a shock absorber for rear bumper. Refer to 51 12 742 REPLACING ONE SHOCK ABSORBER FOR REAR BUMPER .

NOTE: The impact absorber shown in the illustration is for viewing purposes only and may differ from the removed impact absorber.
Fig 1: Identifying Impact Absorber
G03118745Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Measurement (A) is measured from the center of the pin eye to the contract surface to the body without the seal.

Impact absorber (1) must be replaced if measurement (A) drops below specified value.

Check measurement (A). Refer to BODY EQUIPMENT - TECHNICAL DATA - 325I, 325CI .