33 52 000 Removing and Installing/Replacing Rear Left or Right Shock Absorber

33 52 000 Removing and installing/replacing rear left or right shock absorber





Note:
^ Read and comply with notes on replacing shock absorbers.
^ Read and comply with BMW Parts Service notes.





Necessary preliminary work:
^ Remove rear wheel.
^ Deactivate and drain air spring/suspension system

Remove cover (1).








Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 33 52 4AZ.

Remove shock absorber from swinging arm.

Installation note:
Before tightening screw/bolt connection, check that shock absorber pin is correctly positioned in swinging arm. Screw must not be used as a fitting aid to installing the shock absorber!

Replace screw.

Tighten down screw in normal position.





Release screws at support bearing.

Tightening torque, 33 52 1AZ.

Remove shock absorber downwards.

Replace bolts.





Installation note:
Check O-ring (1) and replace if necessary.





Replacement:
Modify support bearing.

Modify auxiliary absorber (1) and protective tube (2) incl. support cup.

Installation note:
Replace auxiliary damper (1) with protective tube (2).





After installation:
^ Activate and fill air spring system