How to change front shock absorbers on BMW 3 E90 TUTORIAL | AUTODOC

[@autodocuk]

Have a look at other videos on our channel: ► BMW 3 (E90) car repair tutorial - bitly.su/SR6O ► How to replace Front wheel bearing on BMW 3 E90 - bitly.su/VWgcGa ► How to replace suspension front lower arm BMW 3 E90 - bitly.su/jf0d0

[@benb1022]

Very nice set of videos, very well done but it would be nice to include the torque specs.

[@isacsuurholma7826]

clearly its ugga dugga

[@SamBao]

of all the videos on youtube about this topic, this is the only one worked for me. all the other guys cuts out so much procedures such as dropping the control arm to make more space for the strut to slide in

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your feedback! We are happy that our video appeared to be useful for you. Best regards, Autodoc.

[@AndyVids2011]

This man replaces 2 entire shock/ strut and doesn't even break a sweat. Lol

[@jeanclaudebezzina]

Yeah right, can you show us how its done on a 200k miles bmw from Yorkshire?

[@gh-cu1jh]

Lmao I suffered trying to pry out the brake hose line and to also put it back into that slot

[@roofwall1749]

lol, right?

[@leradze7125]

I Did that job on a bmw 118d with Just over 65k miles. I live in Norway, the job turned out to be a nightmare. Every single bolt was stuck. I ended up breaking my 1/4 t40 torx bit in the process. Why can't it Just be mcpherson. So much easier😂

[@gordontheman6151]

@@leradze7125 65k miles.. now imagine 127k miles(205k km). And I also live in this "salt hell" called Noway!

[@leradze7125]

@@gordontheman6151 Welcome to the kingdom of statens vegvesen. I recently replaced a lower controll arm on my Audi a6 wit 349k km on the clock. Waaaaay easier than i thought. Nice to see someone from norway.

I’m watching this as if I’m actually going to do this, I don’t even own any tools.

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[@wjperdue]

Lol :)

[@mikaelvoizard]

Love how he doesn't even give a fuck

[@rogerreynolds5822]

LOL

[@scottmurray7297]

My wife was watching me watch this video before i started work on my bmw e90. She looked at the video and seen it was 20 mins, she said "oh thats good it only takes 20 mins to do your car" If only.

[@AndersCandell]

Just replaced mine and used this as a reference. Good video, but some things are worth to mention. You need to remove the plastic liners to get to some bolts, and also the undercover. You might get away with just loosening the undercover on one side, but if you're replacing both sides you might as well remove it completely. Tie rod bolt was 21mm on my 2010, and not a 22 as the video says. I also had to soften it up with an impact wrench before I could use the torx+spanner. There was just no way to loosen it without wrecking the torx. Dropping the spindle risks pulling on the brake hose. Be prepared to rest it on a bucket, the removed wheel or similar. On Xenon equipped cars, there's a level sensor that needs to be unclipped from the control arm on drivers side. (Also the control arm on the video is just magically pulled out once the bolt is removed, while mine had to be forced out with a crowbar.)

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your feedback! Some of the elements of this replacement procedure have been skipped in order to make this tutorial easier to watch for our viewers. Be sure to subscribe to our channel in order to wantch more usefull videos in the days ahead. Best regards, Autodoc!

[@domkraggp9944]

Did this yesterday what a pita!!!!!!!!!!, my arms are aching. I changed the shocks, tension struts, stab links and tie rods. Had to buy an angle grinder to get out one of the tie rod ball joints, do yourself a favour 1. YOU NEED AN IMPACT WRENCH!!!! 2. Invest in a decent spring compressor. 3.Follow this videos technique

[@dazthephot]

I love these videos for both their informative instructions and for all the stuff they don’t tell you. Like how after 14 years of road corrosion you can’t get a t45 in the top of the ball joint not to mention the amount of swearing you need to do to get he ball joint nut loose. Or how you can’t get the strut tube out because of the bottom corrosion holding it in or how the tie rod won’t come out either!!! Etc etc etc time to buy a rattle gun me thinks.

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your comment! Unfortunately, the complexity of replacement on each machine is individual. It all depends on the technical condition of the parts. Our videos are for informational purposes only in the sequence of replacement. Best Regards, Autodoc team

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your comment! Unfortunately, the complexity of replacement on each machine is individual, it all depends on the technical condition of the parts. Our videos are for informational purposes only in the sequence of replacement. Best Regards, Autodoc team

[@dazthephot]

@@autodocuk Very true. Just a general comical observation, not a criticism.

[@cd27idw]

sub 19 minutes to replace a strut. How come my local garage charged me 5 hours labour to replace 2 (2010 E92)? Great video. Looks so easy. I'll not try that in amillion years...

[@AnthGott]

If they uploaded a video of a real life replacement it would have taken 2 hours

[@roswintachi2499]

Is this mecanic still working for you guys? I dont see him anymore in recent videos?????

[@kidda74]

Should be fun doing this on my 2006 e92 with all rusted seized bolts! ha ha!

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for the feedback! Your opinion and remarks are very important for us. We will take them into consideration for our next tutorial. Best regards, Autodoc.

[@lomparti]

They shouldnt be rusted. Thats why its a BMW. I have an 06 e90 and there is no rust on any of the bolts on the brake or suspension components.

[@443DM]

@@lomparti Easy to say if you don't live in the salt belt.

[@lomparti]

@@443DM Where I live brand new cars start showing rust in 4 years

[@SoODoMiNiCaN]

Shouldn't you NOT use an impact wrench to tighten the top nut?

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for the feedback!This video is considered to be an informative one, and it is approximate. Best regards, Autodoc.

[@brian69768]

right, fuck that shit up bilstein warranty wont cover it

[@lomparti]

I bet this guy does this work day in day out so hes got a feel for his impact wrench and knows exactly how much torque to apply.

[@alfredomorfin828]

Here we go again with another fucken torque nazi fuck off

[@JackRR15]

@@alfredomorfin828 Dude it's dosn't even have to do with the torque. You can spin the piston shaft and break the internals. The usual way is holding the piston shaft and trunign the nut. It can even explode litereally if you don't hold down the piston shaft

[@hpniemi]

No need to remove anything else than track rod linkage upper bolt and lower bolt from the strut and upper bolts under hood. No need to de-attach tie rod or anything.

[@Futemire]

Curious about why you jack up the spindle before tightening the lower control arms. Also how do you determine that you've jacked it up high enough? Thanks.

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your feedback! We fix the arm to the position which is applicable when the car is on its its wheels , and before loading, we tighten the joint and this allows us to achieve the maximal quality part tightening. Best regards, Autodoc Team.

[@drew5955]

The control arm bushings are fluid filled. Arms have to be around ride height before torqing. That applies to this and a few other vehicles.

[@vtchevalier]

@@drew5955 Yes but how much pressure is applied? Do you go till you can't?

[@fjdiesi]

THE ABSOLUTE BEST DIY I'VE SEEN FOR THIS JOB.... THANK YOU VERY MUCH AAA++++

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[@GameReplays-]

4:57 he's lucky that brake line didn't snap

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your attention to the details. You are absolutely right, our mechanic made a mistake and we understand this and will try to avoid this in the future. Best Regards, Autodoc team.

[@tspark1071]

yes. brake line needs care during the job

[@kairodilla9840]

Very detailed step by step, good text and demo nice video very helpful (use goggles for safety =).

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your feedback ! We appreciate your nice comment. You are absolutely right - the safety regulations are most crucial. We will consider our mistake and will try not to make them any more. Best regards, Autodoc.

[@johnmichaelkarma]

ok mom

[@scottkucinski4967]

I'm going to give it a whirl next week when I'm off for the holidays

[@mahmas01]

Do you need to do tracking as well after replacing the shock absorber ?

[@wiktor2195]

Is it possible to do step from 17:15, while the tire is on the surface instead of using hydraulic tool?

[@ZedRei]

Boy I was not expecting steelies at the end

[@rol1zz]

Did with my mechanic friend.. Took us like 6 hours… bolts rusted… 420 000 km milage 😁

[@EmanuelMonte99]

How long it take? Wie lange brauchst du dafür?

[@autodocuk]

It is not possible to answer your question definitively, we recommend consulting your mechanic.

[@hansgoosen5384]

What is the price of set E90-HK bootstunt and where available please

[@autodocuk]

Please contact our Customer Support team and we will be able to assist you in choosing the correct part for your car. AUTODOC

[@michaell.445]

I guess his strut rods don't need a counter hold with a hex wrench and won't break when using an impact wrench on it. Must be nice... What brand is like that?

[@autodocuk]

We have fixed the issues in our next videos, hope you enjoy them!

[@kstoilov7571]

If you undo the nuts on the spring bushing on top and loosen the shock behind the brake.. isn’t there enough space to pull out the shock without unmounting the steering rack balljoint and the control arm? 🤔

[@melvinmossberg2338]

Yes

[@motofan16]

Thank you. So, is there any need to redo wheel alignment?

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your feedback. Yes, it is recommended to correct the wheel alignment after this replacement.Best regards, Autodoc!

[@matt.108]

autodoc.co.uk can I reuse the bolts or do I need to replace them?

[@visiongeorge]

Great video, I just had a local shop install the Bilstein B4 front and rear shocks on my 2006 E90 320i (along with all top and bottom mounts and bump stops), and the front now looks a lot higher than the rear - approximately 5cm difference after alignment. What could be causing that? I'm living in Taiwan and communication with the mechanics here is a bit of a problem due to the language barrier, any advice would be much appreciated, thank you.

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your interest in our channel. Unfortunately, without proper diagnostics, it is difficult to say something.

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your interest in our channel. Unfortunately, without proper diagnostics, it is difficult to say something.

[@cletocortez8108]

B4 shocks are known to raise the hieght, that's why I didn't go with them

[@STEVO-hn5su]

Very helpful video but, can I just say, there seems to be couple of wrong tool sizes. Maybe it's just my vehicle (2007 E90 318i). Upper control arm was 17mm socket and 17mm spanner. Track rod end was T40 and 21mm spanner. Worst thing you can do with an older car that has slightly rusting components is use a Torx bit that is a mm too small or spanner that is a mm too large.

[@autodocuk]

Our videos are for guidance only. All routine replacements and values can be found directly in the technical documentation for your car or use the help of the auto maintenance service. AUTODOC

[@simplelangperorock]

I remember my face @ work when my salary raise is delayed :)

[@jcue]

nice video. but did he really need to disconnect the control arm?

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your feedback! Having disconnected the control lever, the mechanic got more access and manipulations with the shock absorber of the suspension facilitating further dismantling. Best regards, Autodoc team.

[@jimjam1934]

Yes, you wont have room otherwise

[@domkraggp9944]

Yep you will have no room, did This yesterday my arms are still aching

[@danpenaflor1849]

It is the same process replacing strut on the driver's side? Thank you in advance!

[@seragali1353]

Is it necessary to replace the two shock absorbers together, even if the other is in good condition? Knowing that the car has traveled 100,000 miles

[@autodocuk]

It is recommended that shock absorbers be replaced in pairs, no matter how many miles they have been driven.

[@660-d1p]

I would like you to post replacement videos of Volvo V60 front suspension.

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for the feedback! We are currently working on creating a wider range of tutorials including the car you mentioned. Stay tuned and follow our latest updates. Best regards, Autodoc.

[@bluesky4744]

What is tools name shocker spring change tools name,,

[@pkelly20091]

I'm confused about shocks and struts - I can see he replaced the shock, but are there any struts in the bmw suspension system in this car ?

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for the feedback! This is the strut itself actually. Follow our upcoming updates. Best regards, Autodoc.

[@drew5955]

It's called a strut when the shock and spring are one piece. When they are seperate it would be called a shock. And yes this car has struts in the front and shocks in the rear.

[@scottsavage5420]

How do i know the difference between normal bmw e90 shockers and the msport shockers ?

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your feedback.The difference is in stiffness of the shockers and in suspension travel, m-sports shoker is more stiff, which allows for the better drive . Best regards, Autodoc.

[@scottmurray7297]

Will doing this affect the, toe and camber?

[@autodocuk]

Unfortunately, according to the description, it is difficult to say anything, we recommend contacting the service. AUTODOC

[@lomparti]

Do you have to do a wheel alignment after replacing a front shock?

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your feedback! After such replacement we recommend that you carry out wheel alignment correction. Best regards, Autodoc.

[@kevinp3540]

Is this the same with an Xi (AWD)?

[@drew5955]

Yes

[@ozstriker4075]

Never!! use an impact wrench to spin tighten the top shaft nut!

[@zac8543]

About how long does it take to replace 1 side?

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for yout feedback. It is not possible to tell you how much time this replacement can take. It all depends on the qualification of a mechanic as well as the vehicle design and its state. Be sure to subscribe to our KZbin channel if you want to see more interesting videos coming out soon. Regards, Autodoc!

[@KAOS_REAL]

The whole weight of the hub weighing down on the flexi brake pipe ticking stupid!

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your feedback! We agree that this is a big mistake, the caliper should be hung with a hook so as not to damage the brake hose, we will definitely show this in new videos. Best Regards, Autodoc team.

[@AslamAslam-yk2zt]

Wow👏

[@jeanclaudebezzina]

4:56, casually leaving an 8+ kilo knuckle with disc hanging on the brake line, are you nuts?

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your feedback.We agree that this is a blunder, the disc with the fist should be hung with a hook to prevent damage to the brake hose; in the new videos we have already corrected this nuance.Best regards,Autodoc!

[@johnmichaelkarma]

@@autodocuk preventing damage to a brake line is not "nuance". good vid thumbs up

[@waynekerwin8891]

I feel depressed watching that genuinely

[@simplelangperorock]

Does this guy ever sweat?

[@Flipplt]

Looks like a pain is ass. Il just hand it in

[@Zaegel74]

Poor video. Rating driven by Google! ---