33 52 161 Replacing Rear Left or Right Thrust Bearing For Spring Strut/Shock Absorber

33 52 161 Replacing rear left or right thrust bearing for spring strut/shock absorber





Note:
^ Read and comply with notes on replacing shock absorbers.
^ Read and comply with BMW Parts Service notes.





Important!
Only for vehicles with ride-height control (air suspension).
Ensure correct mating (absorber/support pot) when replacing shock absorbers.
The following mating combinations (absorber/support pot) are permissible.





Absorber/support pot mating must be identical on left/right sides.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
^ Remove rear shock absorber





Slacken nut (1).

Remove joint disc (2), support bearing upper section (3) and support bearing flange (4).

Installation:
Insert support bearing upper section (3) correctly in support bearing flange (4).

Replace self-locking nut.

Tightening torque 33 52 2AZ.





Remove spacer sleeve (1) with support bearing lower section (2).

Check protective tube (3) for damage, replace if necessary.

Installation:
Insert spacer sleeve (1) correctly in support bearing lower section (2).