37 12 090 Removing and installing rear left or right spring strut shock absorber (EDC)

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NOTE: With full spring deflection, the coil spring may touch the gaiter, depending on the design.

This is not a fault!

Fig 1: Locating Rear Left/Right Spring Strut Shock Absorber

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NOTE: Work is identical to REMOVING AND INSTALLING SPRING STRUT !