Rear Bumper Shock Absorber: Service and Repair

51 12 742 Replacing A Shock Absorber For Bumper, Rear (Z3 Roadster, M Roadster, Z3 Coupe, M Coupe)

(Bumper removed)
(If necessary remove rear bumper)







Left shock absorber:
Press floor mat (1) to one side and unfasten nut (2).
3AZ Impact absorber / carrier to body
M8 22 Nm







Unfasten nut (1) and remove shock absorber (2).
3AZ Impact absorber / carrier to body
M8 22 Nm







Right shock absorber:
Press floor mat (1) to one side, unfasten nut (2) and pull out shock absorber.

Installation:
3AZ Impact absorber / carrier to body
M8 22 Nm
Adjust rear bumper.