Suspension Strut, Shock Absorber And Spring Overview, Torsion Beam
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NOTE:
Welding and straightening work on supporting or wheel carrying components of the suspension is not permitted.
Always replace self-locking nuts.
Always replace corroded bolts/nuts.
Bonded rubber bushings can only be turned to a limited extent. Therefore, the threaded connections of the components with bonded rubber bushings should only be tightened when the wheel bearing housing is lifted (curb weight position). Refer to WHEEL BEARING IN CURB WEIGHT, REAR AXLE WITH COIL SPRING .
- Spring Seat
- Coil Spring
- Note color code.
- Allocation.
- There are different versions of the suspension. Refer to VEHICLE DATA LABEL .
- Surface of spring coil may not be damaged.
- Removing and Installing. Refer to SPRING, TORSION BEAM .
- Base Plate
- Check the washer for damage.
- Bolt
- 40 Nm +90°
- Replace after removal.
- Tighten in the curb weight position. Refer to WHEEL BEARING IN CURB WEIGHT, REAR AXLE WITH COIL SPRING .
- Shock Absorber
- Removing and Installing. Refer to SHOCK ABSORBER, TORSION BEAM .
- Allocation.
- Bolt
- 50 Nm +45°
- Replace after removal.
- Nut
- Self-locking
- Always replace if removed.
- Axle Beam
- Assembly surface and threaded hole for stub axle free of paint and dirt.
- Removing and Installing. Refer to AXLE BEAM .