Replacing rear left or right side shock absorber

Special tools required: 

• 2 355 965
• 2 355 966

Attention! 

• On replacement of shock absorber, replace additional absorber!
• Observe the NOTES on shock absorber replacement!

Preliminary work needed: 

• Remove rear SHOCK ABSORBER .

Removal: 

Remove protective cap (1).

Remove gasket (2).

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Release the nut (1) with special tools 2 355 965 and 2 355 966.

Remove spring strut mounting (2).

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Impact screwdrivers are prohibited!

Risk of damage inside the shock absorber! 

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Remove gasket (2).

Installation: 

Where applicable and if available, remount stone

chip guard (1).

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Part  : Replace auxiliary damper with protective tube (3).

Connect additional absorber with protective tube (3) onto shock absorber.

Connect gasket (2) and support bearing (1).

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Part  : Replace nut (1).

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

Tightening torque 33 52 3AZ .

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Impact screwdrivers are prohibited!

Risk of damage inside the shock absorber! 

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: 

• Install rear SHOCK ABSORBER .