31 33 001 Replacing front left or right spring strut support bearing

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Installation note:

All screws, nuts, bolts and hose clamps removed during the repair must be replaced.
Retaining elements on chassis and suspension and steering parts must be replaced.

NOTE: Procedure is described in REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR FRONT RIGHT SPRING STRUT SHOCK ABSORBER .

After installation:

Carry out wheel alignment check if a spring strut with support bearing was or has been installed without centering pin. See ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH VEHICLE LOAD UP TO DESIGN POSITION or ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH RIDE HEIGHT MEASUREMENT (WITHOUT VEHICLE LOAD) .