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
Remove LEFT HEADLIGHT
Release screws (1) on headlight.
Tightening torque 63 12 6AZ.
Remove turn indicator insert (2) from headlight (3) towards top.
Fig. 72: Identifying Headlight Screws
Disconnect plug connection (1) on turn indicator insert (2).
Fig. 73: Identify
Remove REAR WHEEL.
IMPORTANT: Expand anti-twist lock sufficiently to avoid damaging thread
when releasing
collar nut.
Release collar nut (1), activate parking brake for this purpose.
Installation note:
Replace collar nut, oil collar nut/wheel bearing contact surface only and
tighten down.
No oil