Necessary preliminary tasks
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- Remove both rear wheels.
- Remove PROPELLER SHAFT
- If necessary, remove TENSION STRUT(S)
- Remove both REAR COIL SPRINGS
- Remove both pulse sensors from wheel carrier , unclip line from wishbone and rear axle support
- Disconnect plug connection for brake pad sensor
- Disconnect plug connection from ride-height sensor and unclip line from rear axle support
- Disengage both handbrake Bowden cables from expander lock and then remove from hanging hooks
- Remove both shock absorbers from rubber mount/camber arm
NOTE:
The subsequent procedure is described in the document "Lowering/raising rear axle support
".
IMPORTANT:
- Check sensor head and line from pulse sensor prior to installation for external damage, replacing if necessary.