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31 .. .. Layout of Spring Strut Shock Absorber

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Fig 1: Identifying Layout Of Spring Strut Shock Absorber Components
G04726236Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  1. Spring strut shock absorber. See 31 31 041 Replacing front left or right spring strut (AWD) 
  2. Lower spring pad. See 31 31 041 Replacing front left or right spring strut (AWD) 
  3. Coil spring. See 31 33 100 Removing and Installing/Replacing Coil Spring for Left or Right Front Spring Strut  
  4. Auxiliary damper. See 31 31 041 Replacing front left or right spring strut (AWD) 
  5. Wheel arch
  6. Upper spring plate. See 31 31 041 Replacing front left or right spring strut (AWD) 
  7. Centering pin
  8. Grease cap
  9. Nut
  10. Upper spring pad. See 31 31 041 Replacing front left or right spring strut (AWD) 
  11. THRUST BEARING 
  12. Dust sleeve. See 31 31 041 Replacing front left or right spring strut (AWD) 
  13. Thrust washer/shim
  14. Rubber gaiter. See 31 31 041 Replacing front left or right spring strut (AWD)