How to Replace Strut 2004-2010 BMW X3

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This video shows you how to install a strut on your 2004-2010 BMW X3. TRQ Struts are made to fit your vehicle exactly, just like the original part. Struts can wear out as early as 50,000 miles. You should inspect them regularly for leaks or wear. Save time, money, and hassle by replacing an entire strut assembly.
This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2004 BMW X3
2005 BMW X3
2006 BMW X3
2007 BMW X3
2008 BMW X3
2009 BMW X3
2010 BMW X3
Tools you will need:
• Pry Bar 1aau.to/ocG/1AXAA00020
• 18mm Wrench
• 13mm Socket 1aau.to/okk/1AXAA00015
• 16mm Socket 1aau.to/okk/1AXAA00015
• 17mm Socket 1aau.to/okk/1AXAA00015
• 21mm Socket 1aau.to/oez/1AXAA00043
• 22mm Socket 1aau.to/oar/1AXAA00266
• Strut Spring Compression Tool
• Locking Pliers 1aau.to/oad/1AXAA00139
• Torque Wrench 1aau.to/ogy/1AXAA00044
• Cloth Rags 1aau.to/obj/1AXSS00035
• Paper Towels 1aau.to/obj/1AXSS00035
• Center Punch 1aau.to/oaf/1AXAA00055
• Hammer 1aau.to/ocJ/1AXAA00091
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[@merchantseamancommunity8302]

Awesome video. I followed it step by step and the job went beautifully. Thank you so much for taking the time to make such a detailed video.

[@askershabdeen3376]

Good job

[@adlaihampton1321]

Great job your instruction are simple thank a lot

[@samprasyork]

Does it apply to F25?

[@mra4107]

Good video! I would, however, have liked to have seen how the various washers between the mount and the spring perch are supposed to be installed and in what direction.

[@natereilly5376]

Yes did you figure it out

[@TheNYgolfer]

Thank you. I think it would have been wise to have also replaced the bellow and bumper.