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33 31 017 Removing and installing/replacing vibration absorber

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Special tools required: 

IMPORTANT: Different vibration absorbers are installed depending on the vehicle equipment and motorization.
The vibration absorbers have different nominal frequencies depending on the equipment and motorization.
The nominal frequency is noted on the vibration absorber and its observation is mandatory.

Release screw on vibration absorber (1) with special tool 2 240 515 and ring spanner (AF 13).

Tightening torque 33 17 3AZ .

Remove vibration absorber (1).

Fig 1: Releasing Vibration Absorber Screw With Special Tool (2 240 515)
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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 33 17 4AZ .

Remove vibration absorber (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Vibration Absorber And Screw
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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 33 17 5AZ .

Remove vibration absorber (2).

Installation note: 

It is mandatory to ensure correct installation position. The flat side of the vibration absorber (2) faces the rear axle support.

Fig 3: Identifying Vibration Absorber And Screw
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