Change Car Shock Absorbers BMW 2-Series Active Tourer
Change Car Shock Absorbers
Easy
5h00
~500£
| Estimated time | 5h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~500£ |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Vehicles |
2-Series Active Tourer 2014-2022 10
|
| Renew both front shock absorbers | 5h00 |
| Renew both rear shock absorbers | 2h00 |
What is the function of BMW 2-Series Active Tourer shock absorbers?
The shock absorber controls the relative movement between the wheel and the vehicle body. This control is essential for good road holding, preventing loss of grip between the tyres and the road surface, and ensuring passenger comfort.
When should you change the BMW 2-Series Active Tourer shock absorbers?
Shock absorber wear is gradual. Warning symptoms include: vehicle sensitive to crosswinds, increased braking distance, difficulty maintaining trajectory in curves, vehicle bouncing excessively over bumps, uneven tyre wear. Replace between 80,000 and 150,000 km. Always replace in pairs.
Is it difficult to change BMW 2-Series Active Tourer shock absorbers?
Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy but requires specific tools (spring compressors for McPherson struts, torque wrench). A wheel alignment is recommended after the work.
2 models covered
| Model | Year Range | Engines covered | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-Series Active Tourer 2014-2022 | 2014-2022 | 214d Diesel (B37C15A), 216d Diesel (B37C15A), 216i Petrol (B38A15A), 216i Petrol (B38A15A), 218d Diesel (B47C20B), 218d, -xDrive Diesel (B47C20A), 218d, -xDrive Diesel (B47C20A), 218d, -xDrive Diesel (B47C20A), 218d, -xDrive Diesel (B47C20B), 218i Petrol (B38A15A), 218i Petrol (… | Diesel, Electricity, Petrol |
| 2-Series Active Tourer 2022-2025 | 2022-2025 | 216i Petrol (B38A15P), 218d Diesel (B47C20B), 218i Petrol (B38A15P), 220i mHEV 48V (MHEV),Petrol (B38A15P), 223d xDrive 48V (MHEV),Diesel (B47C20B), 223i, -xDrive 48V (MHEV),Petrol (B48A20P), 225e xDrive Electricity,Petrol (B38A15P), 230e xDrive Electricity,Petrol (B38A15P) | 48V (MHEV), Diesel, Electricity, Petrol |
