Replacing left or right support bearing for shock absorber

Special tools required:

NOTE: Special procedure for EDC SHOCK ABSORBERS .

Preliminary work needed:

Removal:

Remove protective cap (1).

Remove gasket (2).

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Use special tools 2 355 965 and 2 355 966 to undo the nut

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Risk of damage inside the shock absorber!

Installation:

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Place new support bearing on shock absorber.

Screw on nut (1) and tighten with special tool 2 355 965 and 2 355 966.

Part : Replace nut (1).

Tightening torque 33 52 3AZ .

Impact screwdrivers are prohibited!

Risk of damage inside the shock absorber!

NOTE: Seal (2) can be omitted and does not have to be reinstalled!

Remove protective cap (1).

Check protective cap (1) for damage.

Part : Replace protective cap (1) if necessary.

Mount protective cap (1).

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Required follow-up work: