Observe safety instructions for handling vehicle battery.
Before disconnecting battery:
Turn off the ignition and other electrical loads/consumers to prevent
sparking when reconnecting.
NOTE: If the
Do not start the engine with help of starting sprays.
Preparation:
Conform with the following when starting engine with starting cable.
Ensure that jump lead wires are to appropriate cross-section s
IMPORTANT: Only repair those cables which show visible signs of damage.
In the event of
visible damage, make sure there is only one cable repair in effect after the
repair work. If no visible damage
Special tools required:
31 2 230
31 5 220
WARNING: Danger to life!
Mount securing fixture for vehicle on lifting platform to prevent the
vehicle from slipping off or tilting down.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Mount securing fixture for vehicle on lifting platform.
Remove front wheel.
Remove
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.
E32, E34, E38, E39 : In the case of rear spring struts with ride-height control,
there is always a slight oil
spillage