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Replacing left or right rear axle carrier
compression strut

Important!

Observe safety instructions for raising the vehicle

Driving without torque reactor struts and tension strut is not
permitted!

 

Risk of damage!

The rear axle carrier must be supported at the front if both
compression struts have to be replaced!

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove rear lip

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque  33 32 12AZ

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Release screws (2).

Installation:

Replace screws.

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Release screw (4) and remove compression strut (3).

Installation:

Check threads for damage; if necessary, repair with Helicoil thread
inserts.

Tightening torque  33 33 1AZ

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RA  Replacing left or right rear axle carrier compression strut

BMW AG - TIS

22.01.2013  05:42

Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued

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