33 32 051 Replacing left or right push rod/integral link

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NOTE: If the integral link is detached from the swinging arm, it will be necessary to carry out the wheel alignment procedure . See 32 00 150 KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH VEHICLE LOAD UP TO DESIGN POSITION or 32 00 155 KDS WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH RIDE HEIGHT MEASUREMENT WITHOUT VEHICLE LOAD after assembly.

Necessary preliminary work

Remove REAR WHEEL.
Deactivate and drain AIR SPRING/SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Release shock absorber on swinging arm.

Tightening torque 33 52 4AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Shock Absorber Nut

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IMPORTANT: Handle the shock absorber with care so as to avoid damaging the control unit (1) and control valve (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Control Unit And Control Valve

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 33 32 5AZ .

Slacken nut (2).

Tightening torque 33 32 4AZ .

Turn lower shock absorber in direction of arrow and pull out screw (3).

Remove integral link (4).

Fig 3: Turning Lower Shock Absorber

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After installation

Activate and fill AIR SPRING SYSTEM
Carry out WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE.