31 12 026 Removing and installing/replacing guide joint in swivel bearing (AWD)

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Special tools required:

Necessary preliminary tasks

Slacken nut (1), grip with Allen key if necessary.

Tightening torque 31 12 6AZ .

Installation:

Replace self-locking nut.

Unfasten screws (2).

Remove guide joint with compression strut from opening in swivel bearing.

Tightening torque 31 12 7AZ .

Installation:

Recondition thread in swivel bearing.

Fig 1: Identifying Swivel Bearing Nuts And Screws

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Keep guide joint and opening in swivel bearing clean and free from oil and grease.

Replace microencapsulated screws.

Guide joint tightly seated in swivel bearing:

IMPORTANT: The guide joint must be replaced once it has been driven out with the special tool.

33 4 205 Unscrew nut and screw special tool onto guide joint.

33 4 200 Drive guide joint out of swivel bearing with special tool.

Fig 2: Removing Guide Joint Out Of Swivel Bearing

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If necessary, screw nut (1) onto guide joint by a few turns.

If necessary, replace lower section 31 2 242 with lower section 31 2 246

31 2 240 Press guide joint with special tool out of compression strut.

Unscrew nut (1) and remove guide joint.

Installation:

Keep journal on guide joint and bushing in compression strut clean and free from oil and grease.

Fig 3: Removing Guide Nut Using Special Tool

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