Shock Absorber

Rear Shock Absorber

Special tools:
998 5972 JACK 998 5972 Jack
999 5972 FIXTURE 999 5972 Fixture

Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Preparatory work

Remove the wheel.

Removal

Removing the shock absorber




Remove the 2 screws.




Remove the screw, x1.

Transferring components
Transfer the shock absorber bearing, bump stop and dust boot. See: Upper bushing shock absorber, AW55-50/51SN, M56, MMT6, M66 Upper Bushing Shock Absorber.

Installation

Note! For tightening torques, see Specifications. [1][2]Specifications.

Installing the shock absorber

Install:
- the shock absorber
- the 2 x M8 screws for the upper mounting
- the screw for the lower section. Tighten. See: Tightening torque [1][2]Specifications.

Finishing

Install the wheel. See: Wheels Service and Repair.
Check and adjust the headlamps in accordance with: Headlamps, adjusting Headlamps, Adjusting.