BMW 7 Series: Shock Absorber
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Situation
When a shock absorber is faulty on one side (leaking, noises, limit values
exceeded on the shock tester), often
both shock absorbers on the axle in question are replaced.
Effect
This is not
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
Handbook must
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR ANTI-ROLL BAR
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove both ANTI-ROLL BAR LINKS FROM ANTI-ROLL BAR
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 33 55 1AZ.
Installation:
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Notes
Cylinders 1-4:
IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
The exhaust camshaft must first be rotated in such a way that the camshaft is
free from tension when the bearing caps are released.
Necessary preliminary work
Remove right HIGH-PRESSURE PUMP
Remove right CYLINDER HEAD COVER
Remove right EXHAUST CAM
Notes
IMPORTANT: Use only APPROVED OILS.
Failure to comply with this instruction will result in serious damage to the
rear
axle final drive!
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove THREE-HOLE FLANGE
Remove retaining clip (1) and insert nut (2) with diaphragm seal.
Fig. 54: Identifying Retaining Cli