33 55 021 Replacing Both Rubber Mounts For Stabilizer Mounting
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IMPORTANT:
Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle
. See 00 ... ... RAISING VEHICLE WITH TROLLEY JACK
.
Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system.
Seal off pipe connections with plugs.
Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system.
Seal off pipe connections with plugs.
After installation:
- Version with ride-height control: Activate and fill air suspension system . See 37 00 100 DRAINING/FILLING AIR SPRING SYSTEM .
- Version with Dynamic Drive:
- Fill and bleed hydraulic system . See 32 13 006 BLEEDING POWER STEERING (VERSION WITH DYNAMIC DRIVE) or 32 13 006 BLEEDING POWER STEERING UNIT .
- Check pipe connections for leaks
- Carry out initial Dynamic Drive operation . See 37 10 001 INITIAL OPERATION WITH TEST RUN OF DYNAMIC DRIVE .
- Adjusting parking brake . See 34 41 006 ADJUSTING PARKING BRAKE .
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove complete rear axle carrier . See 33 31 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING COMPLETE REAR AXLE CARRIER .
Release screws (1) on both sides.
Tightening torque. See REAR AXLE - TIGHTENING TORQUES - ALPINA .
Remove retaining bracket (2) on both sides.
Remove rubber mount (3) on both sides.
Installation:
Keep retaining bracket (2), rubber mount (3) and stabilizer clean and free from oil and grease.
Version with Dynamic Drive: Keep contact face for rubber mount on anti-friction bearing clean and free from oil and grease.