Top front and rear link bearings, replacing

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Identifying Assembly Tool 3301

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Assembly tool 3301
Assembly tool 3301/1
Assembly tool 3301/3

Fig 2: Identifying Front And Rear Bearing Tool 3348

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Assembly tool 3348/2
Assembly tool 3348/3

NOTE:

Use protective covers when clamping aluminum links.

Fig 3: Pulling Out Bushing

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Pulling out bushing

Fig 4: Identifying Installation Location Of Bushing

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Installed location of bushing

A = 90° ± 5°

Fig 5: Pulling In Bushing

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Pulling in bushing

A - Bushing