BILSTEIN E-WM05-0000007 Shock Absorbers

Product Information

• The product in question is a shock absorber or suspension component manufactured by BILSTEIN. It is designed for installation in automotive suspension systems to enhance vehicle performance and ensure a smooth ride. The product is specifically intended for use in the application indicated in the provided application guide.
• It is important to note that the installation of this product requires special tools and expert knowledge. Therefore, it is recommended that the installation be performed by a professional automotive suspension technician to ensure proper installation and prevent any potential risks.
• Additionally, it is crucial to use a chassis hoist during the installation process to securely lift and support the vehicle, preventing any accidents or injuries. Failure to comply with these installation requirements may result in serious bodily injury or death.
• Misuse, misapplication, modification, or tampering with the BILSTEIN suspension product is strictly prohibited. Such actions will void any warranty and may lead to serious bodily injury or death.
• For coilover-type suspensions, it is essential to refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s service manual for proper disassembling procedures. The coil spring must be compressed with a spring compressor to release the load before disassembling the upper mount. Failure to follow these procedures may cause severe injury, death, or vehicle damage.
• Compatibility with non-BILSTEIN aftermarket products and vehicle modifications should be evaluated by the professional automotive suspension technician responsible for the installation. Any potential physical static or dynamic interference with or effect on the function of the BILSTEIN product must be identified and addressed.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Ensure that the circlip is placed in the appropriate groove to adjust the ride height. Use appropriate tools to move the circlip.
2. After moving the circlip, make sure it is fully seated in the groove. You should be able to rotate it manually within the groove.
3. Install the supplied spring seat in the direction indicated in the provided diagram (Figure 1). The circlip must fit completely within the groove inside the spring seat (DETAIL A).
4. Improper installation of the circlip may cause permanent damage to the shock absorber, so ensure it is correctly positioned and seated.
5. Refer to the provided table for typical lift heights associated with different circlip locations. The lift heights are specific to certain models (such as B8 5100) and suspension types (such as TRX Suspension).
6. Be cautious not to use the shock absorber in the “stock” configuration if indicated as “DO NOT USE” in the table.

Note:
The instructions provided here are a summary. For detailed installation instructions, please refer to the complete user manual or instructions specific to your product model and vehicle.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTION

IMPORTANT! READ THIS FIRST!
Installation of shock absorbers or other suspension components requires special tools and expert knowledge. Accordingly, installation of all BILSTEIN products must be performed by a professional automotive suspension technician.
When replacing other brands, BILSTEIN shock absorbers or other suspension components should always be installed as a set. All BILSTEIN products must only be used for the specific, intended application as indicated in the application guide. Any use of any BILSTEIN product other than for its intended use may result in serious bodily injury or death.

Always use a chassis hoist for the installation of BILSTEIN products and make certain that the raised vehicle is securely attached to the hoist and/or supported to prevent the vehicle from slipping, falling, or moving during the installation process. If you install any BILSTEIN product without the necessary special tools, expertise, and chassis hoist, you may subject yourself to the risk of serious bodily injury or death.

BILSTEIN shock absorbers are gas-filled and are highly pressurized.

• Never place any BILSTEIN shock absorbers in a vise or use a clamp on any BILSTEIN shock absorber.
• Never apply heat near any BILSTEIN shock absorber.
• Never attempt to open or repair any BILSTEIN product, in order to prevent serious bodily injury or death.

Any attempt to misuse, misapply, modify, or tamper with any BILSTEIN suspension product voids any warranty and may result in serious bodily injury or death.

While installing any BILSTEIN product:

• Do not use impact tools for loosening or tightening fasteners, because this may destroy the screw threads.
• Self-locking fasteners must only be used once!
• Reuse original equipment components only if they are in good condition, otherwise replace them with new components.
• Never remove the slight film of oil on the shock absorber piston rod and seal.
• All mounting fasteners for shock absorbers and other suspension components must be securely tightened before tension is placed on the suspension system, unless otherwise specified in the manufacturer’s service manual or in this instruction.

After installing any BILSTEIN product:

• The suspension caster and camber must be checked and/or adjusted to comply with the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications.
• The (load-dependent) brake compensator and the anti-lock brake system must be checked and/or reset to comply with the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications.
• The headlight aim must be checked and adjusted.

CAUTION for COILOVER-TYPE SUSPENSIONS!
If disassembling a coilover-type suspension, refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s service manual for proper procedures. The coil spring is preloaded and must be compressed with a spring compressor to release load before the upper mount is disassembled. Failure to follow the vehicle manufacturer’s procedures may cause serious injury or death, and may damage the vehicle.

IMPORTANT!
This BILSTEIN product may or may not be compatible with non-BILSTEIN aftermarket products and/or vehicle modifications. It is the responsibility of the professional automotive suspension technician performing the installation to identify any non-OEM components and/or modifications on the vehicle that may interact with the suspension system. These must be evaluated for any potential physical static or dynamic interference with and/or effect on the function of this BILSTEIN product.

MOUNTING INSTRUCTION

IMPORTANT:

PLACE THE CIRCLIP IN THE APPROPRIATE GROOVE TO ADJUST THE RIDE HEIGHT.
Use appropriate tools to move the circlip. Ensure that the circlip is fully seated in the groove after moving it (you should be able to rotate it manually in the groove). Install the supplied spring seat in the direction shown only. The circlip must fit completely in the groove inside the spring seat (DETAIL A). Improper installation will cause permanent damage to the shock!

Typical Lift Heights**

Circlip Location| Standard Suspension| TRX

Suspension

5| 2.8” (B8 5100

only)

| 2.1” (B8 5100

only)

4| 2.1” (B8 5100

only)

| 1.4″ (B8 5100

only)

3| 1.4″ (B8 5100

only)

| 0.7” (B8 5100

only)

2| 0.7″| stock

1| stock| DO NOT USE

Lift heights indicated are typical. Actual lift height is influenced by which factory suspension the vehicle is equipped with and its condition; optional equipment and accessories on your vehicle, and other vehicle modifications such as replacement coil springs, wheel and tire combinations, etc.

Modifying/lifting the suspension to your vehicle may raise its center of gravity and may make it more susceptible to loss of control and/or rollover, which may result in death or serious injury. We strongly recommend that you offset the loss of rollover resistance as much as possible by increasing tire track width and that you equip the vehicle with a functional roll bar and cage system. Wear seat belts and shoulder harnesses at all times, and avoid situations where a side rollover may occur.

Disassembly Instructions

Instructions for disassembly of the OE shock absorber module:

• Remove the existing shock and spring unit from the vehicle following all procedures in the vehicle manufacturer’s service manual.
• Note the clocking of the lower mount clevis relative to the studs on the upper mount (important for reassembly).
• Also, note the clocking of the coil spring relative to the upper mount. Mark the top mount plate and spring adapter as shown in Figure 2 to indicate the position of the end of the top coil relative to the studs on the top mount plate (important for reassembly).
• Using an appropriate spring compressor, compress the spring until it can be rotated freely by hand. Then, disassemble the shock and spring unit.

Assembly Instructions

Instructions for assembly of Bilstein B6 4600 or B8 5100 shock absorber module: [Refer to Figure 1 on page 2 for steps E-F]

• Select the desired lift height by seating the circlip in the appropriate circlip location.

• Install the supplied spring seat onto the new Bilstein shock such that the groove inside the spring seat fits over the circlip on the shock body as shown. Install the spring seat in the direction shown only. The circlip must fit completely in the groove inside the spring seat (see DETAIL A). Improper installation will cause permanent damage to the shock.
  [Refer to Figure 3 on page 5 for steps G-N]

• Install the supplied washer onto the piston rod as shown.

• Using an appropriate spring compressor, compress the OE spring and assemble it with the new Bilstein shock.

• Install the OE upper mount assembly (including dust boot) over the threaded stem on the new Bilstein shock and on top of the spring.

• Install the OE upper cushion.

• Rotate the OE spring adapter so the mark made in Step C aligns with the mark made on the OE top mount plate.

• Rotate the OE spring until the end of the top coil is seated into the OE spring adapter as shown in step C.

• Rotate the shock so the lower mount clevis is aligned with the upper mount studs as noted in step B.

• Install the supplied new locknut and tighten to 45 Nm (34 lb·ft). Use a 6mm Allen wrench to prevent the piston rod from rotating while tightening the nut.
  DO NOT USE AN IMPACT WRENCH TO TIGHTEN THE NUT!

• Release the spring compressor while ensuring that the end of the top coil remains seated in the OE spring adapter and that the OE spring adapter remains aligned with the OE top mount plate.

• Install the assembly onto the vehicle and tighten all fasteners to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications. Be sure to lower the vehicle such that its full weight is on the suspension prior to fully tightening the lower shock clevis bolt/nut. This completes the installation.

• Check wheel alignment. If necessary, adjust to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications.

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