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
SEE MORE:
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with NOTES on protection against electrostatic
damage (ESD protection).
Necessary preliminary work
Remove COVER FOR REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT MONITOR AT REAR
IMPORTANT: Do not damage or scratch display.
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 65 50 1AZ.
Carefully disc
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR REFLECTOR (ON REAR BUMPER
TRIM)
Unclip reflector (1) from bumper trim (2) in area (3).
Pull reflector (1) out of guide and detach towards rear from bumper trim (2).
Fig. 76: Identifying Reflector And Bumper Trim In Area
Installation:
Catches (1) and guide (2)