X Series E53 X5 3.0i (M54) OFFRD
31 31 000
Removing and installing complete left or right
spring strut shock absorber
Important!
If the centering pin is missing from the support bearing, the
position of the studs to the wheel arch must be marked so that
the original camber is approximately maintained.
Only one nut may ever be released for marking.
After installation:
•
Carry out wheel alignment check if a spring strut with support
bearing was or has been installed without centering pin.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
•
Remove swivel bearing from spring strut and tie up
•
Remove stabilizer link from spring strut
Centering pin missing: Make position of studs in relation to wheel
arch.
Secure spring strut against falling out.
Unscrew nuts.
Remove spring strut downwards out of wheel arch.
Installation:
Align spring strut using centering pin (1) to bore in wheel arch or
studs to markings on wheel arch and push upwards.
Replace self-locking nuts.
Tighten nuts.
Tightening torque 31 31 1AZ
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RA Removing and installing complete left or right spring strut shock absorber
BMW AG - TIS
06.02.2013 19:33
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