1995 BMW 318 shock replacement

1995 BMW 318
160,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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PETER MAWSTON
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My front left shock is leaking and needs replacing.
Is this something which can be simply done without the need for coil compression tools and the like?
Sep 10, 2008 at 8:52 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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No, it does require a spring compressor and air tools, you could replace them both with a cheapo spring compressor from pep boys or kragen, just be careful my friend and do them one at a time so you dont get confused. ♥
Sep 10, 2008 at 12:45 PM
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