Fastening the rear shock absorber to the camber control arm

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.

Position special tool 2 219 012 with special tools 2 411 683 and 2 305 379 under wheel carrier (1).

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Tighten the screw connection in the NORMAL POSITION .

Lift the wheel carrier slightly using special tool 2 219 012 . When doing so, position the shock absorber on the camber control arm.
Do not press against the spring force of the coil spring.
Replace the nut (1) and the screw (2).
Parts: Nut, bolt

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Insert the screw (2).
Tighten the nut (1) hand-tight.
The screw connection is tightened with the torque wrench later in the NORMAL POSITION .
Disconnect the special tool 2 219 012 and set it aside.

NOTE: The following step(s) must be performed if the listed component(s) is/are installed.

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