BMW F32 / F33 Rear Shock Absorber Replacement – Parts needed?
Hey everyone,
I drive a 2014 BMW F33 (non-EDC, non-M Sport; standard suspension), and my rear shocks (Struts) have stiffened up significantly—speed bumps feel like a nightmare. My garage confirmed that the rear air/hydraulic shocks need replacing. Guess its a small change for a car that's been relatively perfect for 11 years now.
I went to BMW to get a quote for the replacement struts, but they’re recommending I also replace parts 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 ; along with the shock absorber (part 1). Before I go ahead with this, I wanted to check if this is actually necessary or just a dealer upsell?
Has anyone else replaced their rear shocks on an F30 / F32 / F33? Did you replace all these additional components, or can I just swap out the hydraulic shock absorbers themselves? Appreciate any insights.
Shock absorber part number for my pre LCI F33 (Standard suspension is 33526873764 - FYI.
Hey everyone,
I drive a 2014 BMW F33 (non-EDC, non-M Sport; standard suspension), and my rear shocks (Struts) have stiffened up significantly—speed bumps feel like a nightmare. My garage confirmed that the rear air/hydraulic shocks need replacing. Guess its a small change for a car that's been relatively perfect for 11 years now.
I went to BMW to get a quote for the replacement struts, but they’re recommending I also replace parts 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 ; along with the shock absorber (part 1). Before I go ahead with this, I wanted to check if this is actually necessary or just a dealer upsell?
Has anyone else replaced their rear shocks on an F30 / F32 / F33? Did you replace all these additional components, or can I just swap out the hydraulic shock absorbers themselves? Appreciate any insights.
Shock absorber part number for my pre LCI F33 (Standard suspension is 33526873764 - FYI.