31 12 000 Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Control Arm
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IMPORTANT:
Observe safety when raising the vehicle.
NOTE:
If the control arm is detached from the front axle carrier, it is necessary after reinstallation to carry out a wheel/chassis alignment check.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove front wheel.
- If necessary, remove steering gear cover at side.
Release nut (jointed rod on control arm).
Remove jointed rod (1) from control arm.
If necessary, disconnect plug connection (2) from ride-height sensor
Release nut (1) and remove screw towards rear.
Only on right side: Remove bracket with ride level sensor.
Installation:
Replace self-locking nut.
Tightening torque 31 12 2AZ . See FRONT AXLE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .
Release nut (2); if necessary, grip at Torx socket.
Take off control arm.
Installation:
Keep journal on ball head and bushing in swivel bearing clean and free from oil and grease.
Replace self-locking nut.
Tightening torque 31 12 6AZ . See FRONT AXLE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .
After installation:
- Perform chassis alignment check . See 32 00 ... CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK PROCEDURE .
- Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment . See 61 31 996 CARRY OUT STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT .