BMW 7 Series: Removing And Installing Front Left Or Right Spring Strut
Necessary preliminary work
- Remove FRONT WHEEL
- Remove upper wishbone from swivel bearing.
- Remove ANTI-ROLL BAR LINK FROM SPRING STRUT
IMPORTANT: Risk of damage! Secure spring strut against falling out.
Release screws (1).
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Fig. 14: Identifying Spring Strut Release Screws
Installation note: Turn support bearing in direction of travel up to stop in clockwise direction and tighten.
Clean contact surface in spring strut dome.
Tightening torque 31 31 1AZ.
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Fig. 15: Turning Support Bearing In Direction Of Travel Up
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Disconnect feed line (2) from mounting.
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Fig. 16: Identifying Feed Line And Plug Connection
Release nut (1) and remove screw.
Release spring strut from wishbone (2).
Installation note: Replace self-locking nut.
F03: Replace screw and nut Note direction of insertion of screw.
Adhere to the assembly sequence.
Tightening torque 31 12 7AZ.
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Fig. 17: Identifying Spring Strut With Mounting Nut
Remove spring strut downwards out of wheel arch.
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Fig. 18: Identifying Front Spring Strut With Springs And Screws
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Notes
WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the
skin!
RISK OF INJURY if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!
IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow
Replacing Front Left Or Right Coil Spring
Notes
IMPORTANT: Both coil springs on the relevant axle must be replaced only in
the event of
corrosion breakage!
The coil spring is allocated in the Electronic Parts Catalogue (EPC) under
the menu
Replacing Front Left Or Right Spring Strut Shock Absorber
Notes
WARNING: Prior to each use of special tool 31 3 340 , it is essential
to read the
associated Owner's Handbook fully!
All the safety information and instructions contained in the Owner's
Handboo
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Safety information
Warning
The system is designed to operate in certain
conditions and circumstances. Due to conditions
or other factors, the system may not respond.
There may be a risk of accident or risk
of damage to property. Actively intervene as
warranted. Refer to the information in this Own
Reinforcement Plate With Stud Bolt (Bonded)
In the case of a partial replacement piece, a body component is cut at a
point described in the repair instructions.
A reinforcement plate is bonded in to ensure sufficient strength.
Reinforcement plates are available as new parts and must also be used.
NOTE: The following graphics serve as genera
