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Removing and installing/replacing
compression strut for rear axle carrier

Important!

Observe safety instructions for raising the vehicle

Driving without the compression strut is not permitted!

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove both tension struts

Lower exhaust system in rear area

Release screws (1) and remove heat shield (2).

Tightening torque 33 32 27AZ

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Warning!

Danger of injury!

Failure to comply with the following instructions may result
in the vehicle slipping off the lifting platform and critically
injuring other persons.

 

When supporting components, make sure that

the vehicle can no longer be raised or lowered

the vehicle does not lift off the locating plates on the
lifting platform

RA  Removing and installing/replacing compression strut for rear axle carrier

BMW AG - TIS

21.02.2013  09:34

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

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