31 35 005 Removing And Installing/Replacing Push Rod (Stabilizer Link) For Left/Right Stabilizer

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove wheel. Refer to WHEEL AND TIRES - REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS - COOPER .

Release nut (1), gripping with Allen key or open-end wrench.

Fig 1: Releasing Nut

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Installation:

Replace self-locking nut. Tightening torque 56 Nm.

Cars up to 03/2002

Fig 2: Locating Nut

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Release nut (2), gripping with Allen key or open-end wrench (1).

Installation:

Replace self-locking nut. Tightening torque 56 Nm.

Cars from 03/2002

Release nut (2), gripping with Allen key or open-end wrench (1).

Fig 3: Releasing Nut

G00438954

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation:

Replace self-locking nut. Tightening torque 56 Nm.