33 52 012 Replacing rear left or right side shock absorber

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Special tools required:

Attention !

On replacement of shock absorber, replace additional absorber!

NOTE: Special procedure for EDC SHOCK ABSORBERS .

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove REAR SHOCK ABSORBER .

Removal:

Remove protective cap (1).

Remove gasket (2).

Fig 1: Seal And Protective Cap

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

Remove spring strut mounting (2).

Impact screwdrivers are prohibited!

Fig 2: Spring Strut Mounting, Nut, And Special Tools

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Risk of damage inside the shock absorber !

Remove gasket (2).

Fig 3: Gasket, Support Bearing, And Protective Tube

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Installation:

Where applicable and if available, remount stoneguard (1).

Fig 4: Shock Absorber Stone Guard

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Replace auxiliary damper with protective tube (3).

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

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

Fig 5: Gasket, Support Bearing, And Protective Tube

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Replace nut (1).

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

Tightening torque 33 52 3AZ .

Fig 6: Special Tools And Nut

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Impact screwdrivers are prohibited!

Risk of damage inside the shock absorber !

NOTE: The seal (2) can be omitted or must not be installed again!

Check protective cap (1) for damage.

Replace protective cap (1) if necessary.

Mount protective cap (1).

Fig 7: Seal And Protective Cap

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