Strut Assembly: Installation

CAUTION: The bonded rubber bushings can only be turned to a limited extent. The bolted connections between the shock absorbers and the rear axle should therefore only be tightened when the vehicle is standing on the ground. Otherwise the bonded rubber bushings will be subjected to a torsional stress resulting in shortened service life.

Install in reverse order of removal. Replace gasket on upper spring plate. Thoroughly clean all sealing surfaces. When installing, make sure that the retaining lugs engage properly. Install NEW self-locking nut and strut-to-axle nut and bolt. Tighten strut-to-axle nuts and bolts with vehicle on the ground. Tighten fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .