33 33 001 Replacing Left Or Right Rear Axle Carrier Compression Strut
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IMPORTANT:
Observe safety instructions for raising the vehicle. See 00 .. ... LIFTING VEHICLE WITH A LIFTING PLATFORM
Driving without compression struts is not permitted!
Risk of damage!
The rear axle carrier must be supported at the front is both compression struts have to be replaced!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove underbody cover. See 51 75 001 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT UNDERBODY COVER
Release screws (1).
Installation:
Replace screws.
Tightening torque 33 33 2AZ. See 33 33 REAR AXLE SUSPENSION
Release screw (3) and remove compression strut (2).
Installation:
Check threads for damage; if necessary, repair with Heli-coil thread inserts.
Tightening torque 33 33 1AZ. See 33 33 REAR AXLE SUSPENSION