51 71 482 Removing and installing / replacing left or right tension strut (on rear axle) (M5, M6)
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IMPORTANT:
Observe safety instructions for raising the vehicle:
- Read and follow operating instructions for lifting platform.
- Do not exceed carrying capacity of lifting platform.
- The lifting platform must comply with the relevant statutory accident prevention regulations and be serviced according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Before driving onto a lifting platform, make sure there is sufficient ground clearance between the lifting platform and the car.
- The vehicle may only be raised with the lifting platform at the four jacking points.
- Align support plates (2) of lifting platform arms to jacking points (1) in such a way that no adjoining components are touched and thereby damaged.
- Do not drive vehicle without tension strut installed; failure to comply with this instruction will result in damage to the body!