5 Series E61 535xi (N54) TOUR
Check auxiliary damper (1), gaiter (2) and spring pad (3) for
damage, replace if necessary.
Note:
Make sure spring pad (3) is correctly seated on shock absorber.
Insert shock absorber in tensioned coil spring.
Attach thrust washer (2) to piston rod.
Check support bearing (1) for damage, replace if necessary.
Attach dust sleeve and support bearing to piston rod.
Replace nut and tighten down with special tool 31 2 210 (grip
piston rod in the process).
Tightening torque 31 31 2AZ
.
Fit cover cap.
Important!
Spring pad (1) must rest positively on spring plate (2)!
Upper end of coil spring must rest on stop of spring pad (1)!
RA Replacing front left or right spring strut (AWD)
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