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 tasks
Detach WHEEL ARCH COVER front section at front
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Gently press lugs (2) apart.
Remove RDC sensor (3) in direction of arrow.
Fig. 56: Removing RDC Sensor
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING AN RDC TRIGGER TRANSMITTER
(REAR)
Necessary prelim
Concept
The lighter socket can be used as a socket for
electrical equipment when standby and driveready
state are switched on.
General information
The total load of all sockets must not exceed
140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using non-compatible
connectors.
Safety information
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