Releasing the left and right shock absorbers from the body

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

Detaching the shock absorber from the body

Precondition

The coil spring is tensioned or removed.

For CFRP brake disks, position the special tool 5 A4A EC2 .
Hand-tighten the lug bolt (1) .

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Position special tool 2 358 630 .
Turn lug bolts (1) until hand-tight.
Support the wheel carrier with special tool 2 219 012 .

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Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Loosen screws (2) .
Empty special tool 2 219 012 and set it aside.

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