Rear Axle Replacement on BMW X3 xDrive 2011-2017 - 2.0L, N20 F25

[@maviblue1168]

Thank you for the video. Is it really necessary to remove all wheel hub assembly to change the rear axle? Or removing calipers, rotor, control arm enough?

[@motorcarnut]

No, you don't have to remove the hub.

[@lallen968]

Hello sir , My lower bushing on knuckle is broken, are those bushings on knuckle can be replaced? Or I have to buy the whole part

[@motorcarnut]

Have to buy new knuckle

[@lallen968]

@@motorcarnut Thank you, do I need to do alignment if I change the rear knuckle only

[@motorcarnut]

Well anytime you remove suspension parts it’s recommended to get a wheel alignment especially if your tires are new or expensive

[@kidsstudynow6901]

Why is it sooooo dirty?

[@motorcarnut]

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