Installing tension strut

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Install trailing link on front axle support (do not tighten down screw connection).
Adjust trailing link to swivel bearing to dimension (A) and tighten on front axle support.
Tightening torque 31 12 1AZ.

Dimension (A) = 2 cm (vehicle on vehicle hoist, spring strut rebounded)

Fig 1: Measuring Trailing Link To Swivel Bearing Adjustment Dimension
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NOTE: Installing the trailing link to dimension (A) corresponds to the normal position in the compressed state!
Press trailing link into swivel bearing and tighten trailing link/swivel bearing.
Tightening torque 31 12 2AZ.

IMPORTANT: Note on installation must be observed without fail!

Installation note:

Spur gearing of bearing (1) and output shaft (2) must be installed form-fit (tooth in tooth)!
Tighten collar bolt and compression spring by hand.
Check whether spur gearing is locked tooth in tooth by reciprocally rotating wheel hub/output shaft.
Once a form-fit has been ensured, tighten to final specified torque.
Tightening torque 31 60 2AZ.

Fig 2: Identifying Spur Gearing Of Bearing And Output Shaft Installed Position
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