33 52 100 Removing and installing rear left or right spring strut shock absorber

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NOTE: Replacing the spring strut shock absorber is described in Removing and installing/replacing rear shock absorber .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove lead for pulse generator (1) and brake hose (2) from spring strut.

Installation:

Make sure rubber grommets are correctly seated.

Fig 1: Removing Pulse Generator And Brake Hose

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Support trailing arm from underneath using a workshop jack.

IMPORTANT: Secure spring strut against falling out.

Release screw (1) and tie up spring strut.

Installation:

Blow out chips in thread of trailing arm with compressed air (caused by initial screwing with self-tapping screw).

Tightening torque 33 52 1AZ.

Fig 2: Release Screw (1) And Tie Up Spring Strut

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Release screws (1) and remove spring strut.

Installation:

Replace screws.

Tightening torque 33 52 2AZ.

Fig 3: Identifying Spring Strut And Screws

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