Danger of poisoning!
Ingesting oil or absorbing through the skin may cause poisoning!
Possible symptoms are:
Headaches
Dizziness
Stomach aches
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Cramps/fits
Unconsciousness
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Fig. 3: Front Axle Overview
Overview of front differential/output shafts
Front axle support
Stabiliser
Tension strut / rubber mount
Stabilizer link
Layout of spring strut shock absorber
Rein
Facts:
When a shock absorber is faulty on one side (leaking, noises, limit values
exceeded on the shock tester), often
both shock absorbers on the axle in question are replaced.
Consequence:
This is
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove glass slide/tilt sunroof.
Remove slider set for floating roofliner.
Remove rear crossmember.
Unclip end stops (1) on left and right from guide channel.
Fig. 22: Uncoupling End Stops
Unclip floating roofliner cover plate (1) from slider for front sun shield.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING ELECTRONICS BOX
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST
ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION).
NOTE: Follow instructions for removing and installing electronic
control units.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Read fault memory
Disconnect negative