33 00... Rear axle: wheel/chassis alignment check must be carried out after the following work

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Fig 1: Identifying Components Of Rear Axle

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A wheel/chassis alignment check must be carried out after the following work: (refer to 32 00 150 STANDARD CHASSIS / WHEEL ALIGNMENT WITH DIN LOAD and 32 00 155 CHASSIS / WHEEL ALIGNMENT WITHOUT LOAD

Release of following screw/bolt connections:
- Swinging arm, front/rear, to rear axle carrier.
- Guide arm to rear axle carrier.
- Control arm to rear axle carrier.
Replacement of following parts:
1. Rear axle carrier.
2. Swinging arm.
3. Integral link.
4. Wheel carrier / ball joint.
5. Control arm.
6. Guide arm.