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Installation (Except M3)

  1. Installation is reverse of removal. Draw in new wheel bearing with Special Tool (33 4 041/ 042/ 043/ 047). For 42 mm inner bearing race, use Special Tool (33 4 049) and for 39 mm inner bearing race, use (33 4 046). See Fig 1.
  2. Replace stretched or damaged circlip. Ensure correct seating.
  3. Pull in drive flange using Special Tool (33 4 041/ 042/ 043/ 045/ 048). See Fig 2.
  4. Install brake disc.
  5. Install axle shaft.
Fig 1: Pulling In New Wheel Bearing
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Fig 2: Pulling In Drive Flange
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