Shock Absorbers And Springs; Strut Assembly, Removing And Installing - BMW 1999-2005 M3 Service Manual

Front Suspension
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Shock Absorbers and
Springs
Note:
Setting the ride height is covered in
300 Suspension, Steering and Brakes-
General.
The front suspension shock absorbers
in E46 cars are McPherson struts. The
strut is a major component of the
suspension and supports the spring.
Most strut assembly components are
available as replacement parts. Struts
and/or springs should always be
replaced in pairs.
Front strut, upper strut mount or spring
replacement is a two-step procedure:
Removal of strut assembly from
vehicle
Disassembly and replacement of
components on workbench
Strut assembly, removing and
installing
- Raise car and remove front wheel.
WARNING!
Make sure that the car is firmly
supported on jack stands designed
for the purpose. Place the jack
stands beneath a structural chassis
point. Do not place jack stands
under suspension parts.
Pull brake fluid hose and ABS sensor
wire harness off bracket at steering arm
pinch bolt.
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