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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Notes
Release latch mechanism (1) on operating unit (2) using special tool 64 1 020. At same time carefully lever out
operating unit (2) using special tool 00 9 317.
Disconnect plug connection behind and remove operating unit (2).
Fig. 208: Releasing Latch Mechanism On Operating Unit Using Special
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM
Position of actuator drive:
OVERVIEW OF ACTUATOR DRIVES ON HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER
Release screws (1).
Take off holder (2).
Fig. 73: Identifying Holder And Screws
Unclip connector piece (1) and slide downwards.
Latching of connector piece