How to change front suspension arm / front control arm on BMW E60 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

How to change front suspension arm / front control arm on BMW E60 2.5 Saloon 2003–2010 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

Suspension arm on BMW 5 Touring (E61) (03.2004–12.2010) / BMW 1 Convertible (E88) (03.2008–12.2013) / BMW 3 Coupe (E92) (11.2005–12.2013) / BMW X1 (E84) (03.2009–06.2015) / BMW X3 (E83) (11.2003–12.2011) cars should be replaced, as a rule, according to one and the same procedure.
However, there can be slight differences due to specific features of the vehicle design.

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🛠️The tools you need to replace front suspension arm:
- wire brush
- WD-40 spray
- brake cleaner
- copper grease
- combination spanner No.9
- combination spanner No.10
- combination spanner No.16
- combination spanner No.18
- drive socket No.10
- drive socket No.16
- drive socket No.18
- drive socket No.21
- wheel impact socket №17
- ratchet wrench
- torque wrench
- flat chisel
- hammer
- ball joint remover
- hydraulic transmission jack
- wheel chock

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Disclaimer:
This video is intended for informational purposes only and does not guarantee achievement of a specific result.

It is recommended that you entrust the installation to highly skilled technicians to ensure the best result.

This video is intended for informational purposes only and does not guarantee achievement of a specific result. It is recommended that you entrust the installation to highly skilled technicians to ensure the best result. This video only contains tips and recommendations that could be helpful when carrying out car repairs or replacing parts. AUTODOC is not liable for any harm, injury or property damage incurred while carrying out repairs or replacements that are a result of incorrect use or misinterpretation of the provided information. The user is personally liable for incorrect use of repair equipment, tools, or car parts, in particular when this use poses the risk of injury. AUTODOC strongly recommends taking appropriate safety precautions when carrying out any repair or replacement. Keep in mind that low-quality auto parts may not provide the appropriate level of road safety.

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[mobutler]

Thank you for this V informative video

[mikes.garage]

И вся подвеска откруться через пару месяцев и начнет стучать, потаму что момент затяжки не правильный.

[Bob-kpll]

What is the purpose of the spray copper grease after things are assembled?

[jaybee]

I have serious vibration from the front of my e60 msport when i i have had the front discs and pads, suspension top mounts, track rod ends, drop links, wheel bearings, anti roll bar bushes replaced and yet the problem is still could the upper and lower wishbones be the problem?
Please help as im at the end of my tether with this problem

[shamolshahran]

Video is Bit too fast. But thanks. Really appreciate it.

[MrTurboDima]

all torque specs wrong in this video. its actually not safe to drive a vehicle after such mistakes

[Bone]

What's the name of the song in the back thou it'd like perfect mechanic music lol

[JurLog]

DONT USE COPPER GREASE ON ALUMINIUM AND STEEL PARTS. ALUMINIUM + STEEL + COOPER GREASE = CORROSION