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
Special tools required:
11 4 361
11 4 362
11 4 363
11 4 364
11 9 200
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove fan cowl with electric fan
Remove alternator drive belt
Remove drive belt tensioner
NOTE: The procedure is the same as for the crankshaft radial seal.
Expose removal openings on seal
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 not necessary for technical reasons and causes the manufacturer not
to recognize the unnecessarily