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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REPLACING DRIVE UNIT FOR ELECTRICALLY OPERATED LEFT OR RIGHT
EXTERIOR MIRROR
Necessary preliminary work
Remove MIRROR GLASS for inside mirror
NOTE: Picture for example purposes only!
Release screw (1).
Remove drive for electrically operated exterior mirror (2) in direction of arrow
from mirror
WARNING: Danger of scalding!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.
IMPORTANT: When working on the oil and cooling circuit, protect the
alternator against
dirt/contaminants.
Cover alternator with suitable materials.
Failure to comply with this procedure may result in an alternator ma