AUTO REPAIR: We replace the springs in our 2012 BMW X3 (F25)

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2 жыл бұрын

I started hearing a metallic clunking sound a few weeks ago, and determined it to be a failed rear spring. While there are many options to repair/replace the springs, shocks, or whole assembly, we're focusing on the spring today (because that's what was in stock, and checkbook approved)
The only specialty tool needed was a pass-thru socket. Everything else used is likely in your toolbox at this moment.
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@sherylbeasley4938 7 ай бұрын

I knew this guy,a owner/operator, years back who decided to fix a leaking 30/30 brake chamber on his own without asking for assistance,back when they used a removable clamp to clamp the release/emergency chamber to the center section,just like the service side of the chamber. Monday morning when I opened the shop the first thing I noticed in the back of the service truck was a bloody work shirt and the brake chamber without a cagging bolt. Good thing now days the did away with the removable clamp and crimped in in place. If in doubt,ask!

@DachsAutos 7 ай бұрын

For sure work safe, ask for help, and if you aren't sure what you're doing, don't follow dumb advice on KZfaq!

@greyseal2715 Жыл бұрын

nicely done and good commentary

@DachsAutos Жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly!

@federicopuca1966 Жыл бұрын

Strano che un video così ben spiegato non abbia commenti, e allora lo faccio io, complimenti, molto utile !!

@DachsAutos Жыл бұрын

Thank you! yes it seems challenging to get interaction with the videos despite my growing subscriber count. I can say with certainty that it's not because I explained it so well where it needed to further questions!

@tsegayeautorepairyoutubech4326 Жыл бұрын

Good job with out car lift.it jus the way it is 👍

@DachsAutos Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍 This isn't so bad to do without a lift, removing and replacing the driveline and a transfer case, now that's a different story!

@SeasonsOFcolors Жыл бұрын

So just replacing the coil springs about how long should it take to get the job done ?

@DachsAutos Жыл бұрын

I would say less than an hour per side. it's been awhile since I did this, but once I had the right tools on-hand, it went pretty quickly.

@SeasonsOFcolors Жыл бұрын

This just happened to my car and I ordered the springs and don’t have the compressor to hold the spring :(

@DachsAutos Жыл бұрын

You can often rent the spring compressor for your local auto parts store. my local O'Reilly has a large assortment of stuff to rent.

@SeasonsOFcolors Жыл бұрын

What what the tool you didn’t have ?

@DachsAutos Жыл бұрын

This is what I needed, a pass-thru socket set for tightening the nut down on the top stud of the shock: a.co/d/5p5q44S

@jferrer9157 10 ай бұрын

Any links to torque specs?

@DachsAutos 9 ай бұрын

Hello - I found this information on x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1920366 : Rear spring strut support bearing to spring strut shock absorber M10 - Renew nut 28 Nm Rear support bearing to body M8 - Renew screw. 28 Nm 90 ° Rear spring strut to camber control arm M14 - Renew screw and nut. Tighten in normal position. 100 Nm 90 ° Control arm to wheel carrier M16 - Renew screw and nut Tighten in normal position 165 Nm 90 °