33 52 161 Replacing Rear Left or Right Thrust Bearing For Spring Strut/Shock Absorber

33 52 161 Replacing rear left or right thrust bearing for spring strut/shock absorber





Special tools required:
^ 33 0 040





Necessary preliminary tasks:
^ Remove rear shock absorber

Release nut with special tool 33 0 040.

Tightening torque 33 52 2 AZ.

Remove spring strut mounting (1).








Remove auxiliary damper (3) and protective tube (4) from mounting (2).

Check auxiliary damper (2) and protective tube for damage and replace if necessary.

Installation:
Replace sealing ring (1).