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AR32.25-P-1017TS Remove/Install the Suspension Strut



AR32.25-P-1017TS Remove/Install the Suspension Strut
- except CODE (489) AIRmatic (semi-active air suspension) [model 211]
- except CODE (487) Active Body Control (ABC) [model 230]


Shown On Model 211, Part 1:




Shown On Model 211, Part 2:






DANGER:
- Risk of death. Death may result if vehicle slips or topples from the lifting platform.
- Align vehicle between the columns of the lifting platform and position the four support plates at the lifting platform support points specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
- Risk of injury. Moving parts can pinch, crush or, in extreme cases even sever extremities.
- Keep body parts and limbs well clear of moving parts.


CAUTION: See notes on self-locking nuts and bolts

NOTE: Installation: Tighten nuts and bolts of chassis components only in curb condition.

1 Unscrew nuts (1)
2 Detach suspension strut (7) from spring link (17)
3 Press spring link (17) downwards and remove suspension strut (7) backwards
4 Install in the reverse order
5 Check headlamp setting, correct if necessary.
- After installation of new parts.