Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 318 i, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 335 i, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 335 d, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 325 i, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330 d, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330 i, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 320 i, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 320 d, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 325 d, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 325 i, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330 d, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 320 d, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 325 d, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 316 i, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 320 i View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change a front shock strut on BMW 330i 3 (E92) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for 3 Coupe (E92) and other BMW models
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Shock absorber
How to change Suspension Strut on E92 335 i – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Suspension Strut
Tools
Replacement: suspension strut – BMW E92. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #18
Combination spanner #21
Torx bit T30
HEX bit no.H6.
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 17
Drive socket # 18
Drive socket # 21
Wheel impact socket #17
Shock absorber socket
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Pin punch
Tap wrench
Hammer
Crow bar
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Hydraulic transmission jack
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: suspension strut – BMW E92. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Both shock struts of the front suspension should be replaced simultaneously.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right shock struts of the front suspension.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – BMW E92.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Shock Absorber on E92 2005 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock strut upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  4. Step 4
    Changing Shock Absorber on BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330d 3.0 2008 by yourself
    Loosen the upper fastener of the shock strut mount. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 5
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 6
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  6. Step 7
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: suspension strut – BMW E92. AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  8. Step 9
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    Remove the wheel.
  9. Step 10
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    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  10. Step 11
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    Unscrew the nut and remove the stabilizer rod from the shock strut. Use a drive socket #17.
  11. Step 12
    Replacing Shock Absorber on E92 2006 335 i by yourself
    Clean the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 13
    3 Coupe (E92) 325 i 2007 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the ball joint of the front control arm to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #21. Use a tap wrench.
  13. Step 14
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    Unscrew the end fastening nut to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #18. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 15
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the ball joint of the rear control arm to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #21. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  15. Step 16
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    Clean the fasteners connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  16. Step 17
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    Unscrew the lower fastener connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  17. Step 18
    How to replace BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 335 i 2006 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Prop up the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  18. Step 19
    E92 320d 2.0 2007 Shock Absorber replacement: free workshop manuals
    Remove the fastening bolt.
  19. Step 20
    Changing Shock Absorber on BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330d 3.0 2008 by yourself
    Release the lower fastener connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a special drive socket to remove the shock absorber.
  20. Step 21
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    Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.
  21. Step 22
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    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  22. Step 23
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    Unscrew the rear fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a combination spanner #18 (2 pieces).
  23. Step 24
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    Detach the rear control arm from the steering knuckle.
  24. Step 25
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    Detach the front control arm from the steering knuckle.
  25. Step 26
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    Disconnect the steering knuckle from the shock absorber strut. Use a pin punch. Use a hammer.
    Replacement: suspension strut – BMW E92. Tip:
    Make sure that the steering knuckle is supported.
  26. Step 27
    Replacing Shock Absorber on E92 2006 335 i by yourself
    Unscrew the top fastening of the shock strut mount.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts. BMW E92
  27. Step 28
    3 Coupe (E92) 325 i 2007 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Remove the suspension strut.
  28. Step 29
    How to change Shock Absorber on BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 2008 - tips and tricks
    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: suspension strut – BMW E92. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Note that when using a spring compressor, spring coils need to be securely gripped, compressing the spring on the opposite sides.Ensure the correct position of the spring in the retainer.Make sure that the spring coils tightly entered the lock handles.
  29. Step 30
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement E92 2009 325 i Shock Absorber
    Compress the spring.
  30. Step 31
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    Remove the shock strut mount cap. Use a crowbar.
  31. Step 32
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    Treat the shock strut rod. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  32. Step 33
    How to replace BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 335 i 2006 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use a drive socket #21. Use HEX No.H6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  33. Step 34
    E92 320d 2.0 2007 Shock Absorber replacement: free workshop manuals
    Remove the top strut mount. Use a crowbar.
  34. Step 35
    Changing Shock Absorber on BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330d 3.0 2008 by yourself
    Release the coil spring.
  35. Step 36
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    Remove the spring.
  36. Step 37
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    Remove the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: suspension strut – BMW E92. Carefully inspect the mount, the boot, and the bump stop of the shock absorber. Replace if necessary.
  37. Step 38
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    Remove the old shock absorber from the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
    Replacement: suspension strut – BMW E92. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  38. Step 39
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    Install the new shock absorber on the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
  39. Step 40
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    Install the dust sleeve and the bump stop on the new shock absorber.
  40. Step 41
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    Install the spring on the shock absorber.
  41. Step 42
    Replacing Shock Absorber on E92 2006 335 i by yourself
    Compress the spring.
  42. Step 43
    3 Coupe (E92) 325 i 2007 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Install the upper strut mount and the strut mount bearing.
  43. Step 44
    How to change Shock Absorber on BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 2008 - tips and tricks
    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use a drive socket #21. Use HEX No.H6. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 64 Nm torque.
    Replacement: suspension strut – BMW E92. Professionals recommend:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
  44. Step 45
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement E92 2009 325 i Shock Absorber
    Install the shock strut mount cap.
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