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Removing and installing front shock absorber - AR32.25-P-0105FB

MODEL 210.07 with CODE (979) Special protection version with CODE (Z04) Light armoring with CODE (Z06) B6 armoring 

Fig 1: Identifying Front Shock Absorber Components (Model 210.07)
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REMOVINGINSTALLING Removal, installation     
NOTES The vehicle must be lowered with weight on the tires to remove the upper shock absorber mount.    
1 Remove upper shock absorber mount. SPECIAL TOOL Figure
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Nut (11p) *BA32.25-P-1001-01B 
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Nut (11a) *BA32.25-P-1002-01B 
2 Remove plate (11b) and rubber mount (11c).    
3 Lift vehicle.    
4 Detach shock absorber (11) from wishbone (31) and remove downward. NOTESInstallation: 
Replace screws.
 
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION *BA32.25-P-1005-01B 
5 Remove mounting parts (11y, 11d, 11f, 11h) for shock absorber (11). INSPECT Check mounting parts (11d, 11f, 11h) for damage and cracks.  
6 Check shock absorber.   AR32.25-P-0121A 
7 Reinstall in opposite order.    
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Shock absorber on front axle

Number Designation Model 210.07 with code Z04, Z06
BA32.25-P-1001-01B Nut for shock absorber on front end Nm 18
BA32.25-P-1002-01B Counter-nut for shock absorber on front end Nm 30
BA32.25-P-1005-01B Bolt for shock absorber on wishbone Nm 20
Fig 2: Identifying Socket Wrench (202 589 00 09 00)
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