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
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against
electrostatic damage (ESD
protection).
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Read out fault memory of DME control unit; if necessary, work through
test schedules
Switch off ignition
Lever out expansion rivets (1).
Press lock (2) and raise in
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR WATER LEAKS
Special tools required:
17 0 101 17 0 100 TESTER
17 0 113 17 0 100 TESTER
17 0 114 17 0 100 TESTER
WARNING: Danger of scalding!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.
Checking pressure drop in cooling system:
Open cap on coolant expansion ta