5 Series E60 525xd (M57T2) SAL
5.
Keep special tools dry, clean and (down to the spindle)
free from grease.
6.
Impact screwdrivers are prohibited!
7.
Do not compress coil spring to full extent.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
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Remove front spring strut
Release nut (1) and remove holder (2).
Remove bolt (3) towards front.
Spread swivel bearing with special tool 31 2 230 .
Pull spring strut out of swivel bearing.
Installation:
Keep press fit of swivel gearing and spring strut in lower area
clean and free from oil and grease.
Spread swivel bearing with special tool 31 2 230 , align by
means of gap to positioning pins on back of spring strut and push
together as far as it will go.
Replace self-locking nut.
Tightening torque 31 31 3AZ
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Removing:
Clamp special tool 31 3 341 in vice.
Insert centering ring 31 3 356 in special tool 31 3 354 .
Position special tools 31 3 355 and 31 3 354 with centering
ring 31 3 356 from above on special tool 31 3 341 until
locking pins (1) can be felt and heard to snap into place.
Check seating of special tools 31 3 355 and 31 3 354 with
centering ring 31 3 356 , correct if necessary.
RA Replacing front left or right spring strut (AWD)
BMW AG - TIS
20.02.2013 09:32
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