Installing the spring strut

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Fig 1: Nuts Holding Spring Strut Mounting In Bodywork

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Install

the spring strut in the car body with new nuts . Tighten to 25 Nm .

Fig 2: Anti-Roll Bar Link

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the spring strut to the wheel spindle. Use new screws and new nuts .
Adjust the spring strut and wheel spindle to the measured value. See Wheel knuckle / spring strut, calibrating .

NOTE:
When replacing the shock absorber, the wheel camber alignment must be adjusted. See Wheel alignment, checking / adjusting .

Tighten to 105 Nm . Angle-tighten 90° . Use bevel protractor 9512050
the anti-roll bar link to the spring strut. Use a new nut . Tighten to 50 Nm . Counterhold with a Torx wrench to prevent damage to the boot
the ABS sensor.
NOTE:
Ensure that the ABS sensor seat in the wheel spindle is completely clean. Clean the ABS sensor with a soft brush. Tighten the sensor. Tighten to 10 Nm .
the ABS sensor cable
the wheel. See Installing wheels .