The X3 example looked easier because you can unbolt the exhaust to drop and the X5 it's welded (or all the guys cutting or bending the hangars to drop the exhaust are morons).

With the right tools and especially if you have air suspension so don't have to deal with compressing the spring, it's realky just like six giant bolts to remove to drop the suspension and do the job the official method.

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2011 E70 • N55 (me)
2012 E70 • N63 (wife)