Standard Shock Absorber

Remove/replacing left or right rear shock absorber

Assessment of wear on shock absorbers, refer to Front.

Sedan, coupe, compact, touring:
Remove trunk trim panel.

Convertible:
The screws on the shock absorber mounting are located under the plastic caps in the convertible top compartment.

Z3:
Remove trim from convertible top box.





Raise vehicle, support trailing arm and unfasten screw (1).

Caution: The shock absorber has the function of an arrester band. To prevent damage to the output shaft, do not remove the support or raise the vehicle.

Installation:
The thrust washer on rubber mount must point towards head of screw.
Tightening torque, refer to Specifications





Pull off cap.
Unscrew nuts.

Installation:
Install new seal between shock absorber and body.
Replace self-locking nuts.
Tightening torque, refer to Specifications.