33 32 091 Replacing a control arm

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REAR WHEEL .
Remove CAMBER ARM COVER .

Release screw (1).

Installation note:

Observe installation sequence at the end of procedure!

Manually lift wheel carrier in region of brake caliper if necessary.

Replace screw.

Fig 1: Identifying Screw

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IMPORTANT: Make sure during installation that in the connection area to the wheel carrier the tapered end of the bearing bushing (of the rubber mount) points in the direction of the wheel carrier.

Fig 2: Identifying Wheel Carrier Connection Area

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Slacken nut (1).

Installation note:

Observe installation sequence at the end of procedure!

Screw head faces away from direction of travel.

Replace self-locking nut.

Fig 3: Removing Self-Locking Nut

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IMPORTANT: You must observe the installation sequence and installation notes!
Failure to comply with these instructions may result in serious damage to the threads of the wheel carrier!
Do not use an impact screwdriver!
Installation sequence:

Put on screw (1) wishbone to wheel carrier manually!
Fit control arm to rear axle support, insert screw and screw on nut
IMPORTANT: Tighten both screw connections in normal position only
Tighten screw connection control arm to wheel carrier
Tightening torque 33 32 4AZ
Tighten screw connection control arm to rear axle support
Tightening torque 33 32 3AZ .

Put on screw (1) wishbone to wheel carrier manually!