51 71 373 Removing and installing/replacing tension strut on spring strut dome
IMPORTANT:
Vehicles must not be driven without their tension struts.
Driving without tension struts will result in bodywork damage.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove LOWER MICROFILTER HOUSING SECTION on left and right.
If necessary, remove cover on spring strut dome on left and right:
- Release expansion rivets (1)
- Remove cover (3),
- taking care not to damage retaining lug (2).
If necessary, remove tension strut panels:
- Release expansion rivets on panel (2).
- Remove panel (1) in direction of arrow.
IMPORTANT:
Modified screw connection!
Screws must be replaced and - because of the modified surface coating - tightened to increased torque!
Release screws (1).
Remove tension strut (2).
Installation:
Tighten down self-tapping screws (2) to specified torque
Tightening torque: see 4AZ in 51 71 SEALS AND LOOSE BODY PARTS