How to remove a rear shock absorber on BMW 325i?

To remove the shock absorber, start by blocking the front wheels and raising the rear of the vehicle on jackstands. Remove the rear wheel for better access. On E-series chassis models, remove the luggage compartment side trim panel. Position a fioojack underneath the hub carrier and raise it to support the weight of the carrier. Loosen and remove the nut securing the shock absorber to the lower mount, counterholding the shock absorber shaft with a wrench. From within the luggage compartment, pry up the rubber cap and unscrew the upper mounting nut, counterholding the shock absorber shaft with a wrench. Lower the shock absorber out from underneath the vehicle. If necessary, remove the two bolts and remove the mounting from the suspension arm. On F30, F31, and F34 chassis, remove the cover from the camber arm and loosen the shock absorber lower bolt/nut. Remove the three mounting bolts from the top of the shock absorber, then lower the jack and remove the shock absorber through the wheel well. To inspect the shock absorber, remove the trim cap, bump stop, and protective tube. Check for signs of fluid leakage, pitting on the piston, and damage on the body. Test the operation of the shock absorber by moving the piston through a full stroke and short strokes, ensuring smooth and continuous resistance. Replace the shock absorber if there are any signs of wear or damage. Inspect other components for damage or deterioration and replace as needed. Slide the tube, bump stop, and cap onto the shock absorber. For installation, follow the reverse steps of removal, ensuring proper torque settings and alignment.

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BMW 325i Rear Suspension-Shock Absorber
Part Number: 33521095913
$176.22 MSRP: $249.32
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber, Rear; Shock, Shock Absorber
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 33-52-1-095-646
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2005 BMW 325i | Sedan M54 Engine(E46), Sedan(E46)
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BMW 325i Front Spring Strut Right
Part Number: 31311127316
$1536.60 MSRP: $2041.45
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- Other Name: Front Right Spring Strut
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 31-31-1-127-312
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1987-1992 BMW 325i | Convertible(E30), Coupe(E30), Sedan(E30)
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BMW 325i Rear Shock Absorber
Part Number: 33526759100
$28.46 MSRP: $31.58
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber, Rear; Shock Absorber
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2005 BMW 325i | Sedan M54 Engine(E46), Sedan M56 Engine(E46), Sedan(E46)
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BMW 325i Strut Shock Absorber Front Right
Part Number: 31316759098
$52.74 MSRP: $58.51
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- Other Name: Front Right Spring Strut; Strut
- Position: Front Passenger Side
- Replaces: 31-30-6-757-364
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2005 BMW 325i | Sedan M54 Engine(E46), Sedan M56 Engine(E46), Sedan(E46)
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BMW 325i Front Left Suspension Strut
Part Number: 31312282459
$454.57 MSRP: $533.14
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- Other Name: Left Front Spring Strut; Strut
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2005 BMW 325i | Sedan M54 Engine(E46), Sedan M56 Engine(E46), Sedan(E46)
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BMW 325i Rear Shock Absorber
Part Number: 33526771725
$153.26 MSRP: $240.93
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber, Rear; Shock, Shock Absorber
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 33-50-4-035-872
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006 BMW 325i | Sedan(E90)
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BMW 325i Front Right Shock Absorber Spring Strut
Part Number: 31316750792
$454.57 MSRP: $533.14
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Front Right Spring Strut; Strut
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 31-31-1-096-368, 31-31-1-094-568, 31-31-1-096-856
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2005 BMW 325i | Sedan M54 Engine(E46), Sedan(E46), Wagon M54 Engine(E46), Wagon M56 Engine(E46), Wagon(E46)
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BMW 325i Front Left Spring Strut
Part Number: 31316750791
$454.57 MSRP: $533.14
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Left Front Spring Strut; Strut
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 31-31-1-094-567, 31-31-1-096-367, 31-31-1-096-855
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2005 BMW 325i | Sedan M54 Engine(E46), Sedan(E46), Wagon M54 Engine(E46), Wagon M56 Engine(E46), Wagon(E46)
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BMW 325i Rear Left Shock Absorber
Part Number: 33526771729
$176.25 MSRP: $277.07
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shock Absorber, Rear; Shock, Shock Absorber
- Position: Rear Driver Side
- Replaces: 33-50-4-035-873
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006 BMW 325i | Sedan(E90)
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BMW 325i Front Right Suspension Strut
Part Number: 31316786004
$325.45 MSRP: $497.57
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Front Right Spring Strut; Strut
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 31-31-4-036-122, 31-30-6-771-180
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006 BMW 325i | Sedan(E90)
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BMW 325i Rear Shock Absorber
Part Number: 33521096366
$176.22 MSRP: $249.32
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shock Absorber, Rear; Shock, Shock Absorber
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2005 BMW 325i | Sedan M54 Engine(E46), Sedan(E46)
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BMW 325i Front Left Gas Shock Absorber Strut
Part Number: 31316759097
$52.74 MSRP: $58.51
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Left Front Spring Strut; Strut
- Position: Front Driver Side
- Replaces: 31-30-6-757-363
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2005 BMW 325i | Sedan M54 Engine(E46), Sedan M56 Engine(E46), Sedan(E46)
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BMW 325i Front Left Spring Strut
Part Number: 31311139417
$374.10 MSRP: $492.75
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Left Front Spring Strut; Strut Mounting Fork
- Position: Front Driver Side
- Replaces: 31-31-1-090-207
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1995 BMW 325i | Sedan(E36)
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BMW 325i Front Left Suspension Strut
Part Number: 31311091101
$397.56 MSRP: $523.66
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Left Front Spring Strut; Strut
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 31-31-1-091-063
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1993-1995 BMW 325i | Convertible(E36)
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BMW 325i Front Right Passenger Strut
Part Number: 31312282460
$454.57 MSRP: $533.14
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Front Right Spring Strut; Strut
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2005 BMW 325i | Sedan M54 Engine(E46), Sedan M56 Engine(E46), Sedan(E46)
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BMW 325i Front Driver Side Strut
Part Number: 31316786001
$288.02 MSRP: $440.34
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Left Front Spring Strut; Strut
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 31-31-4-036-119, 31-30-6-771-177
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006 BMW 325i | Sedan(E90)
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BMW 325i Rear Shock Absorber
Part Number: 33526750784
$176.22 MSRP: $249.32
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shock Absorber, Rear; Shock, Shock Absorber
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2005 BMW 325i | Wagon M54 Engine(E46), Wagon M56 Engine(E46), Wagon(E46)
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BMW 325i Front Right Suspension Strut
Part Number: 31316786002
$288.02 MSRP: $440.34
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Front Right Spring Strut; Strut
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 31-31-4-036-120, 31-30-6-771-178
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006 BMW 325i | Sedan(E90)
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BMW 325i Front Left Spring Strut
Part Number: 31316786003
$325.45 MSRP: $497.57
You Save: $172.12 (35%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Left Front Spring Strut; Strut
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 31-31-4-036-121, 31-30-6-771-179
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006 BMW 325i | Sedan(E90)
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BMW 325i Rear Shock Absorber
Part Number: 33526757045
$176.22 MSRP: $249.32
You Save: $73.10 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shock Absorber, Rear; Shock, Shock Absorber
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2005 BMW 325i | Sedan M54 Engine(E46), Sedan M56 Engine(E46), Sedan(E46)

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BMW 325i Shock Absorber

BMW 325i Shock Absorber maintains communion by changing bumps to harmless heat. The sedan is stable on rough pavement. Each Shock Absorber has springs and a hydraulic piston pair to ensure that the suspension moves no more than is required, reducing bounce, nose dive, and body roll. Over the years, BMW applied both twin-tube and monotube designs for the Shock Absorber for the 325i classifications. The traditional twin-tube Shock Absorber is more comfortable, but when driven hard, its fluid can foam and soften the ride. Later monotube units add pressurized nitrogen and a larger piston to shed heat quicker and provide the 325i with firmer grip and consistent damping on spirited drives. Gas-charged versions of either style have better resistance to aeration than plain hydraulic parts, and some monotubes even have floating pistons, which totally partition gas from oil for fade-free performance. Whichever type is fitted, a fresh unit around 50,000 miles restores the BMW steering feel, keeps the BMW ride planted, and stops tire cupping, proving the humble Shock Absorber is vital to every 325i journey.

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BMW 325i Shock Absorber Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Rear Shock Absorber
33526771725
Q:
How to remove a rear shock absorber on BMW 325i?
Posted by Aramais M.
A:
To remove the shock absorber, start by blocking the front wheels and raising the rear of the vehicle on jackstands. Remove the rear wheel for better access. On E-series chassis models, remove the luggage compartment side trim panel. Position a fioojack underneath the hub carrier and raise it to support the weight of the carrier. Loosen and remove the nut securing the shock absorber to the lower mount, counterholding the shock absorber shaft with a wrench. From within the luggage compartment, pry up the rubber cap and unscrew the upper mounting nut, counterholding the shock absorber shaft with a wrench. Lower the shock absorber out from underneath the vehicle. If necessary, remove the two bolts and remove the mounting from the suspension arm. On F30, F31, and F34 chassis, remove the cover from the camber arm and loosen the shock absorber lower bolt/nut. Remove the three mounting bolts from the top of the shock absorber, then lower the jack and remove the shock absorber through the wheel well. To inspect the shock absorber, remove the trim cap, bump stop, and protective tube. Check for signs of fluid leakage, pitting on the piston, and damage on the body. Test the operation of the shock absorber by moving the piston through a full stroke and short strokes, ensuring smooth and continuous resistance. Replace the shock absorber if there are any signs of wear or damage. Inspect other components for damage or deterioration and replace as needed. Slide the tube, bump stop, and cap onto the shock absorber. For installation, follow the reverse steps of removal, ensuring proper torque settings and alignment.
Answered by BMW Parts Specialist Tony / Mar 08, 2026

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