33 11 091 Replacing drive flange on left or right of rear axle final drive: Notes
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Special tools required:
NOTE:
If a flange has drifted and is loose, it is necessary always to replace both flanges (left as well as right).
IMPORTANT:
The drive flange is replaced only in conjunction with the circlip and shaft seal
. See 00 11 259 CHANGING OIL IN REAR AXLE FINAL DRIVE (DYNAMIC PERFORMANCE CONTROL) AND DISPOSING OF USED OIL
or 00 11... CHECKING/TOPPING UP OIL LEVEL IN REAR AXLE FINAL DRIVE (DYNAMIC PERFORMANCE CONTROL)
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