BMW 5251 Service Manual page 650

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Front Suspension
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Mark installation position of strut tube (arrow) at steering
knuckle pinch collar.
NOJE-
The strut tube installation position is marked on factory
strut tubes: L for leff and R for right.
Marking the strut tube is not necessary if factory marks
(L
or R) are still visible.
CAUTION-
Use paint, not a scribe tool, to mark location of strut tube.
Counterhold strut tube
nut.
bolt (arrow) while loosening
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Spread steering ltnucltle pinch collar with BMW special tool
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Pull steering knuckle down so that strut tube slides up far
enough to gain better access to control arm nut.