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Installing tension strut

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  1. Install trailing link on front axle support (do not tighten down screw connection).
  2. Adjust trailing link to swivel bearing to dimension (A) and tighten on front axle support.

    Tightening torque 31 12 1AZ .

    Dimension (A) = 2 cm  (vehicle on vehicle hoist, spring strut rebounded)

    NOTE: Installing the trailing link to dimension (A) corresponds to the normal position in the compressed state!
  3. Press trailing link into swivel bearing and tighten trailing link/swivel bearing

    Tightening torque 31 12 2AZ .

    Fig 1: Identifying Tension Strut On Swivel Bearing Adjusting Dimension
    G06889568Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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