BMW 7 Series: Spring Strut
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Situation
When a shock absorber is faulty on one side (leaking, noises, etc.), often
both shock absorbers on the axle in
question are replaced.
Effect
This is not necessary for technical reasons and
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
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING ANTI-ROLL BAR LINK (STABILIZER
LINK) FOR LEFT/RIGHT STABILIZER
IMPORTANT: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for raising the vehicle
Unscrew nuts (1).
Remove anti-roll bar
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Necessary preliminary work
Remove SIDE VIEW VIDEO CAMERA
Pull side view video camera holder off bumper with a suitable tool
(holder is secured with double-sided
adhesive tape).
Installation
Holder (1) is encoded against incorrect installation.
Identification (2) indicates on which side of th
NOTE: Ride height adjustment must be carried out after the following work:
Removal/replacement of ride height sensor or its control rod (only
necessary for vehicles with air suspension or vehicles with VDC)
Replacement of wiring harness
Replacement of air supply system control unit (F01/F02/F04