37 12 1090 Removing and installing rear left or right spring strut
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove REAR WHEEL
- Remove WHEEL ARCH COVER
- Remove STOWAGE SHELF
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 33 52 3AZ .
IMPORTANT:
Secure spring strut shock absorber against falling out.
Remove spring strut shock absorber from wheel carrier and tie up.
Installation note:
Replace screw.
Disconnect plug connection (1) and remove from cable guide (2).
Fold back sound insulation (1) and release nuts (2).
Tightening torque 33 52 1AZ.
Installation note:
Replace self-locking nuts.
Press wheel carrier downwards, guide spring strut shock absorber downwards between guide arm and control arm and then remove in upwards direction.
IMPORTANT:
Before tightening screw connection, check that spring strut shock absorber pin is correctly positioned in wheel carrier.