51 71 482 Removing and installing/replacing left or right tension strut (on rear axle) (2' Series convertible models)

Attention! 

Observe SAFETY INFORMATION for raising the vehicle

Driving without  the trailing link is not permitted!

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove tank cover. Refer to REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TANK COVER ON THE RIGHT .

Left trailing link: 

Release screws (1).

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque 51 61 10AZ .

Release screw (3).

Tightening torque 51 61 8AZ .

Unfasten screws (4).

Tightening torque 51 61 9AZ .

Remove left tension strut (5).

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Right trailing link: 

Remove left trailing link.

Release screws (1).

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque 51 61 10AZ .

Release screw (3).

Tightening torque 51 61 8AZ .

Release screw (4).

Tightening torque 51 61 9AZ .

Remove right tension strut (5).

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