Remove and install the shock absorber (VDM) on the rear left or right

When supporting components, make sure that:

• the vehicle can no longer be raised or lowered.
• the vehicle does not lift off the locating plates on the vehicle hoist.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Remove REAR WHEEL .

Remove CAMBER ARM COVER .

Unlock connector (1) in direction of arrow and pull off towards top.

Unclip wiring harness on shock absorber and place to one side.

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Support wheel carrier with workshop jack.

Slacken nut (1).

Tightening torque 33 52 3AZ .

Lift wheel carrier with workshop jack to the point where the screw can be removed.

Slowly lower workshop jack until wheel carrier is suspended.

Remove workshop jack from under vehicle.

Installation note: 

Replace screw and nut.

Note direction of insertion of screw.

TIGHTENING DOWN SCREW CONNECTION IN NORMAL POSITION .

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Release screws (1) on support bearing.

Tightening torque 33 52 1AZ .

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Press shock absorber together and remove upward from wheel arch.

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Installation note: 

Check protective cap (1) and sealing washer (2) for damage and replace if necessary.

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