Remove the right spring strut holder

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NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

Removing the spring strut holder

Loosen nut (1).
Remove the bolt (2).

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Loosen nut (1).
NOTE: Counter-hold at the Torx socket.
Release the anti-roll bar link (2) from the spring strut holder.

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

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Failure to comply with the specification.
Component damage.

All specifications must be observed and complied with.

Expand spring strut holder (1) with special tool 2 414 636 .
Protecting the output shaft from damage with a towel is mandatory (2).
Feed out and remove the spring strut holder (1) downward.

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