5 Series E61 525d (M57T2) TOUR
31 12 080
Removing and installing/replacing both
tension struts
Special tools required:
•
31 2 230
Necessary preliminary tasks:
•
Remove front wheels
•
Remove front assembly underside protection
•
If necessary, remove steering gear cover on both sides
•
If necessary, remove wheel suspension cover
•
Remove stabilizer links from stabilizer
•
Remove control arm from swivel bearing
Release nut (1) and remove bolt (3).
Installation:
Replace self-locking nut.
Tighten bolt connection in normal position.
Tightening torque 31 12 1AZ
.
Slacken nut (2).
Installation:
Keep tension strut to swivel bearing connection clean and free
from oil and grease.
Replace self-locking nut.
Tightening torque 31 12 19AZ
.
RA Removing and installing/replacing both tension struts
BMW AG - TIS
09.02.2013 19:10
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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