51 71 373 Removing and installing/replacing trailing link on spring strut dome

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IMPORTANT: Driving without the trailing link is not permitted.
(risk of damage to the body).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove COVER IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT on the left and right

Lever out covers (1) and release screws underneath.

Release screws (2) and remove trailing link (3).

Tightening torque: 51 61 1AZ

Installation note:

Replace screws and tighten to specified torque and then to angle of rotation.

Fig 1: Identifying Trailing Link Screws

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