31 60 005 Removing and installing/replacing both output shafts: Notes

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT WHEEL .
Remove STIFFENING PLATE

Release collar bolt (1) on left and right.

Operate brake to do this.

Tightening torque 31 60 2AZ

Fig 1: Identifying Collar Bolt

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Installation note:

Renew collar bolt (1) and compression spring (2).
- Pay attention to direction of installation of compression spring!
Keep collar bolt and spur gearing of bearing/output shaft clean and free of grease.
Follow installation note of the spur gearing.

Fig 2: Identifying Collar Bolt And Compression Spring
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Remove WISHBONE in lower left and right.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
The wheel control joint must not exceed an angle deflection >55° in the vehicle!

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Secure output shaft against falling out.

Knock out output shaft (1) on left and right using an aluminium drift (2) out of front axle differential/bearing support.

Fig 3: Removing Output Shaft From Front Axle Differential/Bearing Support Using Aluminium Drift

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Press swivel bearing slightly to one side and remove output shaft.