Overview - Shock Absorber, Excluding RS Competition

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Shock Absorber With Components

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1. Nut
   • Replace after removing
2. Rear Lower Transverse Link
3. Shock Absorber
   • There are different versions. Refer to the appropriate Electronic Parts Information for the allocation.
   • Removing and installing. Refer to SHOCK ABSORBER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
   • Vent and discharge faulty shock absorbers before disposal. Refer to REAR GAS-FILLED SHOCK ABSORBERS, VENTING AND DRAINING
   • Shock Absorber, Checking. Refer to SHOCK ABSORBERS, CHECKING WHEN REMOVED .
   • On equipment versions with electronic damping: after replacing. Refer to ELECTRONIC DAMPING BASIC SETTING .
4. Cover
   • For equipment with electronic damping: with wire retainer
5. Nut
   • 35 Nm
   • Replace after removing
6. Shock Absorber Mount
   • Removing and installing. Refer to SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, EXCLUDING RS COMPETITION .
7. Bolt
   • 50 Nm + 90°
   • Replace after removing
8. Additional Spring
9. Protective Cover
   • Installed in the groove on the additional spring
10. Bolt
    • 70 Nm + 180°
    • Replace after removing
    • Tighten in the curb weight position. Refer to WHEEL BEARING IN CURB WEIGHT POSITION, LIFTING VEHICLES WITH COIL SPRING .