Shout out to the ultra clean BMW with zero rust. I’m a rust specialist as all the cars I work on are from the north and old. I would love to work on such a clean car. :-)
try this on a 2000 that have been driving in winter and salt for 20 years, good luck with it, ive been there. U can add 6 hours. And every single bushing is complete seized.
I'm doing this project now on essentially the same car (2001 530i). The video is near prefect showing what needs to be done to get the strut out (including what size sockets and wrenches to use). My only issue with the tutorial is it doesn't show what's happening to the brake hose where it attaches to the brake line under the wheel well. While doing this on my car without first removing the caliper and hanging it to the side, the brake hose wasn't long enough to slide the wheel carrier down off the strut without putting a lot of stress on the brake hose where it attaches to the brake line. The hose gets bent nearly 180 degrees to the point of almost being pinched. We can't tell if that's happening here because it's not shown. My recommendation is to remove the caliper when doing this job (the Bentley manual agrees).
Thank you for your feedback! You are absolutely right, the control lashing of the suspension mounts is performed when the vehicle is on thee wheels under its own weight. Best regards, Autodoc
Thank you for your feedback! Please, install the shock absorber strictly by the plate direction, depending on the spring position, all the markings indicating the position must be on the car parts. Best regards, Autodoc.
He didn't clean the parts he reused! , and they skipped the part of aligning the shock with the top bearing, must have needed help with that, as you can see just prior to that the Allen key was at an angle .(9.00 - 9.15)
Question about the lower "eggshaped oblong" spring perch- in what position should this be placed? If wheels are pointing straight forward, should the longest part of the lower perch point back towards the door jam, somewhat like 5 o'clock position if looking straight down from above (12 o'clock being at the front of the car)? thx
Thank you for your comment! You can find all the information you are interested in in the technical literature on the repair and operation of your car. Best Regards, Autodoc team
That doesn't actually answer what I said. Your video shows the bolts being tightened using a normal ratchet and you make no mention of a torque figure - however, the workshop manual that I have states that the nuts should be torqued up to 24Nm/18 ft lbs.
Some of the tool sizes are visible when the tech holds them for the camera, but some aren't. Mentioning the tool size in the audio, or posting a graphic on screen for a few seconds would be helpful. Nice production otherwise.
Thank you for your feedback! In general, the replacement will be the same, the only thing may differ slightly in the design features of your car. More information can be found in the technical documentation for the repair of your car. Best regards, Autodoc!
Does that 39e have the "Sport M" Package that is lowered? Are those the B4 Touring Bilsteins that were installed? If so I loved to know the part nos..... I have the B4 Touring Bilsteins on my e30 and love them. I need to replace the struts on my 03 e39 525i with the Sport M Package. Thanks.
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I've had to replace my Bilstein shocks in the front twice.....and they are the heavy duty sport ones since I have an e39 sports package. I'm not impressed. The ones on the rear have held up though. I am using Sachs this go-round.
Autocock, Miserable so called mechanic, irritable noise in the background, whats that all about, The car looks so clean no wonder its easy to remove parts, How old is it a week?
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How does every bolt seem to magically slide right out? This guy must have super powers.
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Indeed!
Looks like the car is used for demos only, no rust or corrosion on anything which makes the job alot easier.
All these bolts must be torqued to spec
@@larryjohnson8168 ok, Karen:))
Shout out to the ultra clean BMW with zero rust. I’m a rust specialist as all the cars I work on are from the north and old. I would love to work on such a clean car. :-)
Oddly satisfying...last time it took me 6 hours after a couple of seized rusty bolts
Only mechanic I would allow to work on all my BMWs.
That is stupid.. Never trust any I do all off my work myself even autodoc does t always show the correct way
try this on a 2000 that have been driving in winter and salt for 20 years, good luck with it, ive been there. U can add 6 hours. And every single bushing is complete seized.
Excellent video. the best so far I have seen.
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I love this car
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I'm doing this project now on essentially the same car (2001 530i). The video is near prefect showing what needs to be done to get the strut out (including what size sockets and wrenches to use). My only issue with the tutorial is it doesn't show what's happening to the brake hose where it attaches to the brake line under the wheel well. While doing this on my car without first removing the caliper and hanging it to the side, the brake hose wasn't long enough to slide the wheel carrier down off the strut without putting a lot of stress on the brake hose where it attaches to the brake line. The hose gets bent nearly 180 degrees to the point of almost being pinched. We can't tell if that's happening here because it's not shown. My recommendation is to remove the caliper when doing this job (the Bentley manual agrees).
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Simple video but nicely done, very nicely done. Thanks.
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Control arm pivot bolt should be tightened with car at normal ride height to avoid tearing up bushing.
Thank you for your feedback! You are absolutely right, the control lashing of the suspension mounts is performed when the vehicle is on thee wheels under its own weight. Best regards, Autodoc
Well-done for your good job .
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How about spring position on the shock plate and shockabsorber position under the car. U just dont install them randomly.
Thank you for your feedback! Please, install the shock absorber strictly by the plate direction, depending on the spring position, all the markings indicating the position must be on the car parts. Best regards, Autodoc.
The jack you used at the 11:40 mark. Is this just a transmission jack with the top part removed?
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MaashāAllaah this guy seems like a pro. Lol @ the super powers 😆
He didn't clean the parts he reused! , and they skipped the part of aligning the shock with the top bearing, must have needed help with that, as you can see just prior to that the Allen key was at an angle .(9.00 - 9.15)
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Domo arigato mr. roboto!
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Reusing the clearly knackered rubber spring pads??
Thanks for your comment, we will definitely take this into account in the following videos.
Question about the lower "eggshaped oblong" spring perch- in what position should this be placed?
If wheels are pointing straight forward, should the longest part of the lower perch point back towards the door jam, somewhat like 5 o'clock position if looking straight down from above (12 o'clock being at the front of the car)?
thx
Thank you for your comment!
You can find all the information you are interested in in the technical literature on the repair and operation of your car.
Best Regards,
Autodoc team
Shouldn't the 3 x top nuts on the struts have been torqued up?
Thank you for your feedback! Please, make sure that you tightened the shock absorber nuts. Best regards, Autodoc.
That doesn't actually answer what I said. Your video shows the bolts being tightened using a normal ratchet and you make no mention of a torque figure - however, the workshop manual that I have states that the nuts should be torqued up to 24Nm/18 ft lbs.
@@AldershotDave Torque once the car is back on the ground as well as the upper control arm. Car needs to be settled on it's weight.
@@AldershotDave It's like asking a politician a question.
Some of the tool sizes are visible when the tech holds them for the camera, but some aren't. Mentioning the tool size in the audio, or posting a graphic on screen for a few seconds would be helpful. Nice production otherwise.
Thank you for your comment,
We will certainly take into account your wishes when filming new videos.
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Autodoc team
Today I’ve changed shocks absorbers on my e39. Those bolts a pain to remove. Lots of hammering and heating.
Yes you are right, you need to make an effort to unscrew them, you can heat them, but you need to be careful.
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Is this procedure the same with the 2001 740iL E38 with self leveling system? I want to replace my front shocks with normal ones.
Thank you for your feedback! In general, the replacement will be the same, the only thing may differ slightly in the design features of your car. More information can be found in the technical documentation for the repair of your car. Best regards, Autodoc!
Thank you
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Where can I find the socket on 6:43
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In the video we use a homemade head, we don't have one on sale
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Does that 39e have the "Sport M" Package that is lowered? Are those the B4 Touring Bilsteins that were installed? If so I loved to know the part nos..... I have the B4 Touring Bilsteins on my e30 and love them. I need to replace the struts on my 03 e39 525i with the Sport M Package. Thanks.
Thank you for your feedback and your interest to our channel! Unfortunately, we do not have this information. Please feel free to contact our Customer Support team with all data of your car and our experts will be able to suggest you a correct spare par for your car. Best Regards, Autodoc Team!
what about BILSTEIN Is it goot to use or not ?
Thank you for the feedback! The quality of the brand BILSTEIN is one of the best in its price tier. Best regards, Autodoc.
Good job
I've had to replace my Bilstein shocks in the front twice.....and they are the heavy duty sport ones since I have an e39 sports package. I'm not impressed. The ones on the rear have held up though. I am using Sachs this go-round.
Ma frate de ce ai moaca asta in toate filmările , ești sechestrat la munca ori nu-ți da bani ,ești crispat 😂😂😂✌🏻??..
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Autocock, Miserable so called mechanic, irritable noise in the background, whats that all about, The car looks so clean no wonder its easy to remove parts, How old is it a week?
The usual irriitating noise in the background, I wouldnt touch autocock with a barge pole,
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