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Unfasten nut.

Installation:

Wrench surface (1) on ball pin must be parallel to absorber
axis.

Replace self-locking nut, install with shim.

Tightening torque,

refer to Technical Data 31 35 7AZ .

Release screws.

Installation:

Clean tapped bores in steering knuckle. Always replace
micro-encapsulated bolts.

Tightening torque,

refer to Technical Data 31 21 4AZ.

Unscrew bolt.

Installation:

Use shim on both sides.

Replace self-locking nut.

Tightening torque,

refer to Technical Data 31 21 4AZ.

Remove nuts and take out strut shock-absorber unit.

Installation:

Replace self-locking nuts.

Tightening torque,

refer to Technical Data 31 31 1AZ.

Important!

M3 / M Roadster: Long sheet-metal flange on thrust bearing
must point in forward direction.

RA  Replacing front spring strut shock absorber on right or left

BMW AG - TIS

11.02.2013  04:21

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

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