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51 71 482 Removing and installing/replacing left or right tension strut (on rear axle)

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IMPORTANT: Observe SAFETY INFORMATION for raising the vehicle
Driving without  the trailing link is not permitted!

Release expanding rivet (1) and remove cover (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Expanding Rivet And Cover
G08484438Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release expansion rivet (1).

Release screws (2 to 4).

Remove trailing link (5).

Installation note: 

Replace all bolts.

Tighten all screws to specified torque and angle of rotation.

Position Screw Tightening torque
2 M8x35 51 61 17AZ
3 M10x40 51 61 16AZ
4 M12x1.5x70 51 61 10AZ
Fig 2: Identifying Trailing Link, Expansion Rivet And Screws
G10046631Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.