Removing the spring strut holder on left and right

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NOTE: Perform the steps on the right and left side.

Removing the spring strut holder

Loosen nut (1) .
Punch in the swivel bearing (2) at the front towards the inner.
Pull out screw (3) .

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Marking the installation position of the spring strut holder
Mark the installation position of the spring strut holder (1) for the spring strut (2) before the removal.
A color coding (3) must be made in the edge extension (4) .

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Release the screw (1) from the spring strut holder (2) .

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Expand spring strut holder (1) with special tool 2 414 636 .

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NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Failure to comply with the specification.
Component damage.
- All specifications must be observed and complied with.
Protecting the output shaft from damage with a towel is mandatory (1) .
Release swivel bearing (2) from the attachment on the upper wishbone.
Guide out and remove spring strut holder (3) downwards in the arrow direction.

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Secure the swivel bearing
Fasten the swivel bearing (1) by using the special tool 2 413 317 to protect it from tilting outwards.
Swivel bearing (1) must not hang down from the brake hose.

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