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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2021230I 2D CONVERTIBLEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 243 (FRONT AXLE -- TIGHTENING TORQUES X2 (F39))3131 SPRING STRUT
2021 BMW 230i 2D Convertible
3131 Spring Strut
2021 BMW 230i 2D ConvertibleSECTION 3131 Spring Strut
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31 31 SPRING STRUTS - TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Type | Thread | Tightening specifications | Dimension | |
| 1AZ Spring strut support bearing to body | F39/F45/F46/F48/F49/F52 | M8 | Replace screws. | |
| Joining torque | 30 Nm | |||
| Angle of rotation | 90° | |||
| 2AZ Spring strut support bearing to spring strut shock absorber | F39/F45/F46/F48/F49/F52 | M12 | Shock absorber basic version! | 56 Nm |
| Replace nut. | ||||
| F39/F45/F46/F48/F49/F52 | M14 | EDC shock absorber! | 45 Nm | |
| Replace nut. | ||||
| 3AZ Spring strut shock absorber to swivel bearing | F39/F45/F46/F48/F49/F52 | M10 | Replace screw and nut. | |
| Joining torque | 44 Nm | |||
| Angle of rotation | 90° |
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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.