Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW X3 (E83) 2.5 i

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front ABS sensor on BMW X3 E83 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – ABS Sensor for X3 (E83) and other BMW models

Sensor Ring, ABS

Sensor, wheel speed

BMW X3 (E83) 2.5 i

Replacement: ABS sensor – BMW X3 E83. Tools you'll need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        WD-40 spray
                      
                        Brake cleaner 
                      
                        Electronic spray
                      
                        Copper grease 
                      
                        Multipurpose grease
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        HEX bit No.H5
                      
                        Wheel impact socket #17
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Water pump pliers
                      
                        Crow bar
                      
                        Wheel chock

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Replacement: ABS sensor – BMW X3 E83. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: ABS sensor – BMW X3 E83. Use the following procedure:

Step 1

Secure the wheels with chocks.

Step 2

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 3

Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
Step 4

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:

Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. BMW X3 E83
Step 5

Remove the wheel.
Step 6

Clean the ABS sensor fastener.Use a wire brush.Use WD-40 spray.
Step 7

Unscrew the ABS sensor fastener.Use HEX No.H5.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 8

Remove the ABS sensor from the steering knuckle.Use water pump pliers.
Step 9

Disconnect the ABS sensor wiring.
Step 10

Detach the ABS sensor connector.
Step 11

Treat the ABS sensor connector.Use dielectric grease.
Step 12

Attach the ABS sensor connector.
Step 13

Connect the ABS sensor wiring.
Step 14

Clean the ABS sensor mounting seat.Use a wire brush.Use WD-40 spray.
Step 15

Treat the ABS sensor fastener.Use a multipurpose grease.Use a crowbar.
Step 16

Install the ABS sensor on the steering knuckle and secure it.
Step 17

Tighten the fastener that connects the ABS sensor to the steering knuckle.Use HEX No.H5.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 7 Nm torque.
Step 18

Clean the wheel rim mounting seat.Use a wire brush.
Step 19

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim.Use copper grease.
Step 20

Clean the brake disk surface.Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: ABS sensor – BMW X3 E83. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 21

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:

Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. BMW X3 E83
Step 22

Screw in the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 23

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 120 Nm torque.
Step 24

Remove the jacks and chocks.

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