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To fit

Fig 1: Installing Rear Axle Bush
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  1. Fit the new bush. Use special tool (part no. 89 96 688). The recesses in the bush must be placed so that they are 95° above the link arm weld.
  2. Remove the retaining bolt for the tie-down bracket.
  3. Raise the rear axle, offering it up to the mounting on the body. Fit the retaining bolt but do not tighten it.
  4. Place the jack under the rear spring link and raise it to the correct distance between the edge of the wheel arch and the upper edge of the hub center. This distance should be about 37 cm. Tighten to the correct torque.

    Tightening torque: 75 N.m (55 lbf ft) 

  5. Tighten the retaining bolt for the Tie-down bracket.

    Tightening torque 24 N.m (18 lbf ft) 

  6. Force the spring link down and position the coil spring.
    IMPORTANT: The marking on the spring should face rearwards.
  7. Place a high-lift jack or the like under the spring link. Raise the jack and fit the damper's lower retaining bolt. Tighten the bolt to the correct torque.

    Tightening torque 62 N.m (46 lbf ft) 

  8. Place the brake hose in the bracket and fit the brake pipes and clips.
  9. Refit the rear silencer.
  10. Lower the car slightly and remove the brake clamp.
  11. Bleed the brake system. See BLEEDING in DISC - EARLY MODEL or DISC - LATE MODEL .
  12. Fit the wheels. See WHEEL & TIRES . Lower the car.
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