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
(cylinder bank 5 to 8)
IMPORTANT: The intake camshaft must first be rotated in such a way that
the camshaft is
free from tension when the bearing caps are released (risk of damage).
Remove LEFT CYLINDER HEAD COVER.
Check TIMING.
Remove LEFT INLET ADJUSTMENT UNIT.
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Notes
WARNING: Scalding hazard!
Only perform these tasks after exhaust system has cooled down.
Support center silencer with special tool 31 2 220 and a suitable universal
lifter.
Fig. 9: Identifying Centre Silencer With Special Tool 31 2 220
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 18 20 6AZ.
Only