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

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.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Nut

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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.

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.

Fig 2: Driving Guide Joint Out Of Swivel Bearing Using Special Tool

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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: Pressing Guide Joint Out Of Compression Strut Using Special Tool (31 2 240)

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