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33 32 131 Removing and installing/replacing a steering knuckle/wheel carrier: Replacement

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Modify BRAKE CARRIER/BRAKE GUARD PLATE .

IMPORTANT: Make sure spring pad is correctly installed in order to prevent the coil spring from jumping out.
Modify lower spring pad (1). To do so, lever out upper section (2) with a suitable tool.
Fig 1: Identifying Upper Section And Lower Spring Pad
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