Sequence of works
1. In the engine compartment, remove the mudguard (only for right shock absorber) and other elements for access to the upper shock absorber mount.
Fig. 7.9. Unscrew the upper shock absorber mount
2. Loosen the upper shock absorber mount. After loosening the lock nut, you can unscrew the upper shock absorber mount using two open-end wrenches (Fig. 7.9). At the service station, a special SW 17 head with a handle welded on top, in which another key is installed to hold the shock absorber rod, is used for this. If necessary, you can make such a key yourself.
3. Remove the top cup and rubber support.
4. Raise the front of the vehicle and remove the appropriate wheel.
5. Loosen the mounting bolt on the lower wishbone.
6. Remove the shock absorber.
7. When installing the shock absorber, which is done in the reverse order, use new self-locking nuts.
Fig. 7.10. Tighten the lower mount on the lower wishbone to 55 Nm. Use only recommended shock absorbers with the appropriate markings
8. Tighten the lower fastening on the lower wishbone to a torque of 55 Nm (Fig. 7.10).
9. At the top, tighten the first nut until it reaches the spacer sleeve, then tighten it to a torque of 15 Nm.
10. Lock the first nut with the upper nut and tighten it to a torque of 30 Nm, while holding the lower one with a SW 17 wrench.