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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2013128I 2D CONVERTIBLE, ENG CD N52, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1874 (INTEGRATED SUSPENSION SYSTEMS - REPAIR)GENERAL INFORMATION37 00... CHECKING AIR SPRINGS FOR DAMAGE
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans
37 00... Checking air springs for damage
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION 37 00... Checking air springs for damage
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NOTE:
If a vehicle has been driven with depressurized air springs, the air springs must always be replaced.
Checking air spring strut on rear axle:
Necessary preliminary work:
- Undo AIR SPRING STRUT on wheel carrier.
Do not release air spring strut in the upper wheel arch!
Air spring strut is damaged:
- if pressing the lower spring strut eye moves the lower section of the spring strut (gaiter) in longitudinal direction toward the spring strut upper section (see illustration)
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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.