31 31 031 Replacing front left or right spring strut shock absorber: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 BMW 328i, 2011 BMW 328i, 2010 BMW 328i, and 2009 BMW 328i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IMPORTANT:
- When replacing shock absorber/spring strut, renew auxiliary damper!
IMPORTANT:
Installing shock absorbers of different manufacturers on a single axle is not permitted!
NOTE:
Use BMW part number (1) to find the matching shock absorber.
WARNING:
Before using the special tool 31 3 340
take care to read through the Owner's Handbook!
All the safety information and instructions contained in the Owner's Handbook must be strictly observed!
Failure to observe these safety precautions and instructions increases the risk of serious physical injury, damage to your health and damage to property and equipment!
All the safety information and instructions contained in the Owner's Handbook must be strictly observed!
Failure to observe these safety precautions and instructions increases the risk of serious physical injury, damage to your health and damage to property and equipment!
IMPORTANT:
- Prior to each use, check the special tools for defects, modifications and operational reliability.
- Damaged/modified special tools must not be used!
- No changes or modifications may be made to the special tools!
- These special tools are intended solely for the purpose of tightening and relieving cylindrical and tapered suspension springs.
- Keep special tools dry, clean and (down to the spindle) free from grease.
- Impact screwdrivers are prohibited!
- Do not compress coil spring to full extent.