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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REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING STARTER (N63)
Necessary preliminary work
Switch off ignition.
Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD.
Remove right ENGINE SUPPORT ARM.
Release connector (1) and remove.
Slacken nut (2).
Tightening torque 12 42 2AZ.
Detach starter positive cable.
Fig. 60: Identifying
Necessary preliminary tasks
Partially remove LEFT OR RIGHT BACKREST COVER
Installation
Powerlok screws must be replaced and must not be reused
Powerlok screws are mechanical screw locks with trilobular threads
Installation
Microencapsulated screws (Loctite) must be replaced and may not be