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 See 3331503 LOWERING/RAISING REAR AXLE CARRIER (SPECIAL TOOL SWZ00-2040) or 3331503 LOWERING/RAISING REAR AXLE CARRIER (UNIVERSAL LIFTER) ".

IMPORTANT:

Check sensor head and line from pulse sensor prior to installation for external damage, replacing if necessary.