31 12 026 Removing And Installing / Replacing Guide Joint In Swivel Bearing (4WD)
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Special tools required:
- 33 4 200
- 33 4 205
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove front wheel
- Remove tension strut from guide joint
Release screws (1).
If necessary, press guide joint (2) off swivel bearing with a suitable tool.
Installation:
Recondition thread in swivel bearing.
Keep recess for guide joint, bushing in tension strut and guide joint journal clean and free from grease.
Replace micro-encapsulated screws.
Tightening torque 31 12 21AZ .
Guide joint tightly seated in swivel bearing:
IMPORTANT:
The guide joint must be replaced once it has been driven out with the special tools.
Secure special tool 33 4 205 to guide joint.
Drive guide joint out of swivel bearing with special tool 33 4 200.