Removing and installing rear left or right shock absorber
WARNING:
High-voltage system - danger to life
- Observe SAFETY INFORMATION for handling electric vehicles.
WARNING:
Vehicle may tilt off vehicle hoist if the workshop jack is incorrectly handled.
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.
Installation note:
- All screws, nuts, bolts and hose clamps removed during the repair must be replaced.
- Retaining elements on chassis and suspension and steering parts must be replaced.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove REAR WHEEL .
- Remove CAMBER ARM COVER .
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.
Tighten down screw connection in NORMAL POSITION .
Release screws (1) on support bearing.
Tightening torque 33 52 1AZ .
Press shock absorber together and remove upward from wheel arch.
Installation note:
Check protective cap (1) and sealing washer (2) for damage and replace if necessary.