3 Series E46 318ti (N42) COMP
Insert shock absorber in tensioned coil spring.
Attach shim and dust protection sleeve to piston rod.
Check support bearing for damage, replace if necessary.
Attach support bearing if necessary with adapter for rough road
package and/or reinforcement to piston rod.
Replace nut and tighten down with special tool 31 2 210 (grip
piston rod in the process).
Tightening torque 31 31 2AZ
.
Fit cover cap.
Important!
Spring pad (1) must rest positively on spring plate (2)!
Upper end of coil spring must rest on stop of spring pad (1)!
Important!
Lower coil of coil spring must rest positively on spring plate!
Relieve tension on coil spring.
Check installation position of gaiter, correct fold if necessary.
After installation:
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Carry out wheel alignment check if a spring strut with support
bearing was or has been installed without centering pin.
RA Replacing front left or right spring strut shock absorber
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