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/RENEWING AUXILIARY BRAKE LIGHT
Remove supplementary brake light cover (1) in direction of arrow from molded
roofliner (2).
Fig. 93: Removing Supplementary Brake Light Cover From Molded Roofliner
Installation:
Guides (1) and catches (2) must not be damaged.
Make sure cover
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC
DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION).
Necessary preliminary work:
Remove COVER ON REAR BUMPER PANEL.
Release latch mechanisms (1) and remove control unit (2) in direction of
arrow.
Fig. 287: Identifying Control Unit And Latch Mecha