33 52 161 Replacing left or right support bearing for shock absorber

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Special tools required:

NOTE: Special procedure for EDC SHOCK ABSORBERS .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REAR SHOCK ABSORBER .

Removal:

Fig 1: Seal And Protective Cap

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Remove protective cap (1).

Remove gasket (2).

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

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Use special tools 2 355 965 and 2 355 966 to undo the nut (1).

Remove spring strut mounting (2).

Impact screwdrivers are prohibited!

Risk of damage inside the shock absorber !

Installation:

Fig 3: Special Tools And Nut

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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 .

Replace nut (1).

Tightening torque 33 52 3AZ .

Impact screwdrivers are prohibited!

Risk of damage inside the shock absorber !

Replace gasket (2).

Place gasket (2) into position and align.

Check protective cap (1) for damage.

Replace protective cap (1) if necessary.

Mount protective cap (1).

Fig 4: Seal And Protective Cap

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