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 VERTICAL DYNAMICS MANAGEMENT
CONTROL UNIT (VDM WITH DYNAMIC DRIVE)
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC
DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION).
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove ignition key
Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
Remove SIDE
Drill out rivets (1).
Fig. 40: Identifying Loading Ramp Rivets
REMOVING CAMLOCK SCREW CAP
Bend back edges (1) of tab washer (2). Remove tab washer (2) over cross pin
(3) towards bottom.
Installation
Replace lockplate.
Fig. 41: Identifying Back Edges Of Tab Washer With Cross Pin
REMOVING AND INSTA