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53 Springs With Suspension > < 2 RA Removing And Installing_replacing Rear Left Or Right Shock Absorber
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M5:

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Important!

When replacing the shock absorber, you must also replace
the adapter lead (2).

Note:

Luggage compartment wheel arch trim has been removed only for
improved clarity.

 

Unscrew nut (1).

Remove support pot (2) and support bearing (3) towards top.

Remove shock absorber downwards.

Installation:

Replace self-locking nut.

Tightening torque  33 52 2AZ

.

Replacement:

Remove spacer sleeve (1), support bearing (2), support pot (3)
and damper with protective tube (4).

Installation:

Check support bearing (2) and damper with protective tube (4),
replace if necessary.

After installation:

Activate and fill air suspension system

RA  Removing and installing/replacing rear left or right shock absorber

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18.02.2013  02:12

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