33 33 001 Replacing left or right rear axle carrier compression strut
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IMPORTANT:
Observe safety instructions LIFTING VEHICLE WITH A LIFTING PLATFORM
for raising the vehicle
Driving without torque reactor struts and tension strut is not permitted!
Risk of damage!
The rear axle carrier must be supported at the front if both compression struts have to be replaced!
Driving without torque reactor struts and tension strut 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 screw (1).
See Tightening torque 33 32 12AZ in 33 32 CONTROL ARMS AND STRUTS .
Release screws (2).
Installation:
Replace screws.
See Tightening torque 33 33 2AZ in 33 33 REAR AXLE SUSPENSION .
Release screw (4) and remove compression strut (3).
Installation:
Check threads for damage; if necessary, repair with Helicoil thread inserts .
See Tightening torque 33 33 1AZ in 33 33 REAR AXLE SUSPENSION .