37 12 310 Replace rear left or right shock absorber (EDC)

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Special tools required:

33 0 040

Attention !

On replacement of shock absorber, replace additional absorber!
In F60, F54 vehicles up to 06/2017 the shock absorbers must always be exchanged in pairs (damper coordination has changed)!

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove REAR SHOCK ABSORBER .

Removal:

Fig 1: Adapter Plate And Connector

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Release adapter plate (2) from support bearing.

Disconnect connector (1) from shock absorber.

Remove adapter plate (2).

Fig 2: Releasing Nut With Special Tool (33 0 040)

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Release nut (1) with special tool 33 0 040 , reversible ratchet with extension and socket SW10.

Remove spring strut mounting (2).

Remove gasket (2).

Fig 3: Gasket And Support Bearing

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Installation:

Where applicable and if present, remount the stoneguard (1).

Installation note:

Check stoneguard and replace if necessary.

Fig 4: Remount Stoneguard

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

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

Fig 5: Gasket And Support Bearing

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

Fig 6: Tightening Down Nut With Special Tool (33 0 040)

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Part: Replace nut (1).

Tighten down nut (1) with special tool 33 0 040 , reversible ratchet with extension, socket SW10 and torque wrench with ring spanner attachment SW21.

Tightening torque 33 52 3AZ .

Impact screwdrivers are prohibited!

Risk of damage inside the shock absorber !

Installation note:

Make sure cable routing (1) is in the correct position. See illustration.

Fig 7: Cable Routing Correct Position

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Connect connector (1) to shock absorber.

Fit adapter plate (2) on support bearing and engage.

Fig 8: Adapter Plate And Connector

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