Jacking point and coil spring questions

[jaskispyder]

I have an '07 non-sport package, panoramic sunroof, auto tranny.... and I need new rear coil springs. I was going to order:

LESJOFORS 42 084 50
(BMW 33 53 3 413 080)

Is this the correct part number? realoem.com doesn't break down the part number for my vehicle.

Also, I was wondering if someone could tell me if it is ok to lift the rear of the X3 from the cross member, like this? Or should I lift from the Diff?



Thanks

[suss1173]

I would not lift it from ther diff. Better off to do it from the jacking pads or frame rails IMO.

[JCL]

BMW instructions say to lift only from the diff at the rear, if a central lifting point is required, at least for my 3.0si model. Seems a safe bet that earlier models are similar. Do not contact the diff cover.