BMW Shocks and Struts Parts

BMW Shock and Strut Parts

BMW has always put their focus on quality and being ahead of the competition as a priority, which has helped bring the brand to one of the German big three for automakers. Their reliability has brought them a great reputation and is also shown in their products, especially their shock and strut parts and components. Your BMW's struts and shocks are a vital part of its behavior and safety. Over time, these parts do become worn out and will showcase a rough ride and bad handling. Struts should be examined frequently and replaced if required. When you are ready to replace them, there are some easy to follow instructions in order to do so. Below, find out how to replace your BMW’s front struts. First, loosen the lug nuts for your BMW’s wheels and lift it at all four corners with a floor jack, them take off the wheels. Unlink any sensors or wires that are attached to the brake caliper and take off the ABS sensor from the strut housing. Pull the brake lines off of the small brackets on the strut that is holding in the line. Take off the set screw that is holding the brake rotor to the hub and grab the rotor and the caliper off as one piece. If you have questions about BMW’s shock and strut parts or components, the FCP Euro team is ready to help.

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Sustain the rotor and brake system with your jack. Detach the swaybar link where it joins the strut and take off the bolts that are holding the lower part of the strut to the strut carrier. Take off the three nuts that hold the upper part of the strut to the strut tower and the strut from the wheel arch. Situate the strut on a flat area and put the spring compressor over the coil spring so that the hooks are fixed firmly. Compact the springs equally, making sure the spring compressor does not slip around. Take off the top center nut to release the tension on it. It may be a good idea to use an impact wrench to take off this nut. Detach the upper strut bearing and any close bushings and washers. Drag the spring over the strut and do not decompress it. Next, glide the new strut into the strut housing and put the spring back over the strut. Install the bushings, washers, strut bearing, and the large center nut. Secure the nut and cautiously decompress the spring, making sure that it sits correctly in the upper and lower spring areas. Now, put the strut housing back in the reverse order and reattach the upper nuts and the lower bolts. Also, put back the swaybar link and the control arm, if it was detached. Reattach all of the brake lines and wires, as well as the strut housing. Replicate the same steps for the other side. FCP Euro's logical and knowledgeable call center team is accessible to answer any questions you have. If you are unconfident or need input about which shock or strut part is vital for your BMW, FCP has a huge catalog for the BMW brand. Check out the FCP Euro website for all parts, as well as our updated inventory. If you have questions, would like to put in a phone order, or just have feedback, do not waver in giving FCP Euro a call at 877-634-0063 to connect with our service friendly team.