# KYB SM5970 Rear Upper Shock Mounting Kit for 2011–2017 BMW X3

### Performance Overview

KYB Shock Mount Kits are made from the highest quality materials, and guarantee to deliver superior functionality and durability. Front bearing plates are the steering pivots and support vehicle weight. They are critical to steering performance and wheel alignment.

KYB believes in providing the highest quality and safest products to its customers. Employing passionate and knowledgeable people only, KYB takes immense pride in delivering top-of-the-line products for daily driving as welling as heavy load hauling. KYB delivers both Original Equipment to manufacturers worldwide as well as Aftermarket parts to customers.

Besides producing quality products, KYB emphasizes sustainability practices such as waste management, responsible energy usage, and recycling. Not only that, in KYB's Indiana manufacturing plant was awarded the 2019 Industrial Plant of the Year award thanks to its incredible efforts in wastewater management and environmental quality.

### Key Features

-   Shock Mounting Kit
-   Position: Rear Upper
-   UPC: 197244008074

### Vehicle Fitment Table

Year

Make

Model

Position

Fitment Precision

Note

2011

BMW

X3

Rear Upper

2012

BMW

X3

Rear Upper

2013

BMW

X3

Rear Upper

2014

BMW

X3

Rear Upper

2015

BMW

X3

Rear Upper

2016

BMW

X3

Rear Upper

2017

BMW

X3

Rear Upper

2015

BMW

X4

Rear Upper

2016

BMW

X4

Rear Upper

2017

BMW

X4

Rear Upper

2018

BMW

X4

Rear Upper

### FAQ

**Will this fit my vehicle?**  
Please verify your year, make, model, position, and any fitment notes using the compatibility table above before purchase.

**What part number is this?**  
The listed part number is SM5970.

**Is this product designed for direct replacement?**  
Yes. This product is intended to match the compatible vehicle applications listed in the fitment table.

**Should I confirm fitment before ordering?**  
Yes. Always compare your original part, position, and vehicle details with the fitment table before ordering.

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## Details

- **Price:** 114.75 CAD
- **Vendor:** KYB
- **Type:** Shock Mount
- **Tags:** 2011–2017 BMW X3, 2015–2018 BMW X4, KYB, OE Replacement, Rear Upper, Shock Mount, SM5970, Suspension

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 114.75 CAD | In stock |

## Images

- KYB SM5970 Rear Upper Shock Mounting Kit for 2011–2017 BMW X3

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> Source: [Standard Auto Part](www.standardautopart.com/products/kyb-bmw-strut-mount-sm5970)
> Updated: 2026-06-19