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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2009X3 AUTOMATICLABOR TIMESSUSPENSIONFRONT SUSPENSIONCONTROL ARMREMOVE & REPLACE
2009 BMW X3 Automatic
Control Arm: Remove & Replace
2009 BMW X3 AutomaticSECTION Remove & Replace
DOES NOT include alignment.
| Applies To | Note | Standard Hours | Warranty Hours | Skill Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Four,Both Sides | 2.9 | B | ||
| Both Arms,One Side | 1.6 | B | ||
| Long,(Tension Strut),One Side | Includes: Install Ball Joint. | 1.3 | B | |
| Long,(Tension Struts),Both | Includes: Install Ball Joints. | 2.3 | B | |
| Short,(Control Arm),One Side | 0.8 | B | ||
| Short,(Control Arms),Both | 1.4 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: CONTROL ARM BUSHING: Remove & Replace: | ||||
| Each | 0.4 | B | ||
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.