Replacing front left or right spring strut support bearing (Cooper Convertible)

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Attention!

Mixed installation of spring strut support bearings on the left and right with previous part number (6 884 xxx) and new part number (5 A0x xxx) is not permitted! If necessary, replace the spring strut support bearings on the left and right (see applicable BMW Parts Catalog).

NOTE: Procedure is described in the service information "REPLACING THE FRONT LEFT OR FRONT RIGHT SPRING STRUT SHOCK ABSORBER (EDC) or REPLACING FRONT SPRING STRUT SHOCK ABSORBER ON RIGHT OR LEFT ".