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2 RA Replacing Two Rubber Mounts (front) For Rear Axle Carrier > < 11 RA Removing And Installing_replacing Left Or Right Tension Strut (on Rear Axle)
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Replacing left or right rear axle carrier
compression strut

Important!

Observe safety instructions for raising the vehicle

Driving without compression struts is not permitted!

 

Risk of damage!

The rear axle carrier must be supported at the front if both
compression struts have to be replaced!

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove rear lip

Release screws (2).

Installation:

Replace screws.

Tightening torque  33 33 2AZ

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Release bolt (1) and remove compression strut.

Installation:

Check threads for damage; if necessary, repair with Helicoil thread
inserts.

Tightening torque  33 33 1AZ

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RA  Replacing left or right rear axle carrier compression strut

BMW AG - TIS

17.01.2013  09:54

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

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