Fastening the rear left and right shock absorber to the body

Securing the rear shock absorber on the body 

• Check centering plate (1)  for damage and, if necessary, replace it.
• Check the position of centering plate (1)  and, if necessary, correct it.

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  WARNING: Car may slip off the vehicle hoist where components are supported. 
  Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries! 

  • Secure the vehicle hoist against lowering and lifting.
  • Make sure that the vehicle does not lift off the mounting plates on the vehicle lift.

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• Position special tool 2 219 012with special tools 2 411 683and 2 305 379under wheel carrier (1)  .
• Lift the wheel carrier slightly using special tool 2 219 012 . Position the shock absorber on the body in the process.

  Do not press against the spring force of the coil spring. 

• Replace screws (1)  .

  Parts:  Screws

• Tighten down screws (1)  .
  TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Nut and locknut/self-locking nut
  M8x40 Replace screws.	tightening torque	28 Nm

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  NOTE: The following step(s) must be performed if the listed component(s) is/are installed.
• Attach all the cables to holder (2)  .
• Connect connectors (1)  and lock.

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