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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WARNING: Danger of injury!
Support engine compartment lid in fully opened position with suitable
apparatus.
IMPORTANT: These instructions only apply to vehicles without active
pedestrian protection !
Removal of the engine compartment lid must be carried out with the assistance
of a second person.
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WARNING: Only persons in possession of a professional certificate
of competence for the maintenance and repair of heating and air conditioning
systems are authorized to carry out repair work on the refrigerant circuit. This
certificate must be presented by 04/07/2010 at the latest. (applies only