33 53 000 Removing and installing/replacing rear left or right coil spring

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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.

IMPORTANT:

Both coil springs on the relevant axle must be replaced in the event of corrosion breakage.
The spring pads at the top and bottom must also be renewed when replacing the coil springs.

NOTE: The process is described in THE REAR LEFT OR RIGHT SPRING STRUT .

After installation:

Check headlight adjustment, correct if necessary.