Tightening the threaded connection to the control arm in the normal position

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

All specifications must be observed and complied with.

Loosen screw (1) .
Release the spring strut from the wheel carrier.

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Before lifting the wheel carrier, spring strut shock absorber (1) must be positioned behind camber control arm (2) in the arrow direction.

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Cover camber control arm (1) with a cloth (2) .
While lifting the wheel carrier, ensure that there is sufficient distance from the spring strut shock absorber (3) .

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Position the special tool 2 358 630 with lug bolts on the brake disk.
Apply the lug bolts until hand-tight.
Insert the universal jack into the special tool 2 358 630 .

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Lift the wheel carrier with the universal jack until the dimension (A) is reached.

Dimension (A) must not be undershot.

TECHNICAL DATA SPECIFICATION

Ride height of rear axle F90, standard suspension, European version
Measured from center of wheel hub to lower edge of wheel well	Dimension A	364 mm

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TECHNICAL DATA SPECIFICATION

Ride height of rear axle F90, standard suspension, Chinese/Japanese version
Measured from center of wheel hub to lower edge of wheel well	Dimension A	365 mm

TECHNICAL DATA SPECIFICATION

Ride height of rear axle F90, standard suspension, American version
Measured from center of wheel hub to lower edge of wheel well	Dimension A	370 mm

TECHNICAL DATA SPECIFICATION

Ride height of rear axle F90, racing suspension, European/Chinese/Japanese version
Measured from center of wheel hub to lower edge of wheel well	Dimension A	358 mm

TECHNICAL DATA SPECIFICATION

Ride height of rear axle F90, racing suspension, American version
Measured from center of wheel hub to lower edge of wheel well	Dimension A	364 mm

Tighten screw (1) on control arm (2) in the NORMAL POSITION .

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Control arm to wheel carrier
M16 Replace screw. Tighten in normal position.	Joining torque	165 Nm
	Angle of rotation	90°

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Tighten nut (2) in the NORMAL POSITION .

Counter-support screw (2) .

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Control arm to rear axle support
M14 Replace screw and nut. Tighten in normal position.	Joining torque	165 Nm
	Angle of rotation	90°

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Release the universal jack and set it aside.
Release the lug bolts and remove the special tool 2 358 630 .

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Align spring strut (1) parallel to wheel carrier (2) and guide it into the wheel carrier.

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Tighten the screw connection in the NORMAL POSITION .
Position the spring strut shock absorber on the wheel carrier.
Replace the screw (1) .

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Parts: Screw
Tighten screw (1) in the NORMAL POSITION .

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Rear spring strut to wheel carrier
M14 Replace screw. Tighten in normal position.	tightening torque	175 Nm