BMW X1 Front Suspension spring & Top Mount replacement

Step by step guide on how to replace the front suspension springs and strut top mounts on a 2018 F48 BMW X1

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New Strut top mount kit - https://ebay.us/lis6og

Tools used:
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Portable Spring compressor - https://ebay.us/G0xGX7
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Laser knuckle Strut spreader tool - https://diydaly.co.uk/products/suspen...
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Torque settings:
Anti roll link - 56NM
Top pinch bolt - 44nm + 90 degrees
Strut top mount (5x13mm) - 30NM + 90 degrees
Strut brace bolt - 56NM + 90 degrees
Shock absorber top nut - M12 = 56NM / M14 = 45NM

Check out my other repairs on this vehicle :
Rear Spring replacement -    • BMW X1 Rear Suspension spring replacement  
SOS Battery replacement -    • BMW X1 SOS Call system failure - Battery r...  

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