51 71 482 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left or Right Tension Strut (on Rear Axle) (From 03/2007)

51 71 482 - Removing and installing/replacing left or right tension strut (on rear axle) (from 03/2007)





Important!
Observe safety instructions 00 .. ... Lifting Vehicle With A Lifting Platform for raising the vehicle
Driving without the tension strut is not permitted!





Left tension strut:
Release bolts (1, 3, 4, 5) and remove left tension strut (2).

Installation Note:
Replace screw (3).
Make sure screws are installed in correct positions.
- Screw (1) M12x35
Tightening torque 51 71 21AZ Specifications.
- Screw (3) M12x50
Tightening torque 51 71 22AZ Specifications.
- Screw (4) M10x25
Tightening torque 51 71 23AZ Specifications.
- Screw (5) M10x25
Tightening torque 51 71 20AZ Specifications.





Right tension strut:

Note:
Remove left tension strut.

Release screws (1, 3) and remove right tension strut (2).

Installation Note:
Make sure screws are installed in correct positions.
- Screw (1) M12x35
Tightening torque 51 71 21AZ Specifications.
- Screw (3) M10x25
Tightening torque 51 71 20AZ Specifications.