BMW 7 Series (F01/F02) 2008-2015 Service Manual / Rear Axle / Shock Absorber
BMW 7 Series: Shock Absorber
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Information On Replacing Shock Absorbers
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
Replacing Rear Left Or Right Spring Strut Shock Absorber
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
Stabilizer Bar
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:
R
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Components
Active Roll Stabilization (ARS)
Control Unit
The VDM control unit is located in the passenger compartment near the
right-hand A-pillar. The VDM control
unit receives its power supply via Terminal 15N and is protected by a 5A fuse.
The VDM control unit is
activated exclusively by the Car Access Sys
Operating Fluids
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION ON FINAL DRIVE OIL
Final Drive oil or hypoid gear lubricant must conform with the following
requirements because of the high
loads which occur on the profiles of the hypoid gear teeth:
Load carrying capacity.
Sufficient protection against seizure.
Good wear protection.
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