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
SEE MORE:
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic
damage (ESD
protection)
Necessary preliminary work
Switch off ignition.
Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD.
Drain coolant for charge air cooler.
Remove right intake duct.
Remove RIGHT TENSION STRUT.
IMPORTANT: Follow INSTRU
Necessary preliminary work
Remove REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT A/C CONTROL PANEL
Release screws (1).
Remove fan motor (3) from A/C control panel (2).
Installation note:
Make sure pins (4) are correctly seated on fan motor (3).
Fig. 90: Identifying A/C Control Panel, Fan Motor And Screws
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