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Removing and installing/replacing both
tension struts

Important!

Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove front assembly underside protection

Remove air duct for brake ventilation

E67: Remove spring strut

Build date up to 09/2003:

Remove tension strut cover.

Installation:

Attach tension strut cover over bolt head and nut. Pin (1) must
snap into place in bore (2).

Release nut (1) and remove screw.

Installation:

Replace self-locking nuts.

Tighten bolt connection in normal position.

Tightening torque 31 12 1AZ

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Release nut (2); if necessary, grip at Torx socket.

Installation:

RA  Removing and installing/replacing both tension struts

BMW AG - TIS

11.02.2013  04:50

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

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