31 33 100 Removing And Installing/Replacing Coil Spring For Front Left Or Front Right Spring Strut

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 BMW X5, 2012 BMW X5, and 2011 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Installation note:

All screws, nuts, bolts and hose clamps removed during the repair must be replaced.
Retaining elements on chassis and suspension and steering parts must be replaced.

IMPORTANT: Both coil springs on the relevant axle must be replaced only in the event of corrosion breakage!
For all E70/E71/E72 vehicles: When replacing coil spring, always renew spring pad at bottom

NOTE: Procedure is described in "REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT SPRING STRUT ".

After installation:

Check HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT , correct if necessary.