33 21 002 Removing and installing/replacing right output shaft

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Remove REAR WHEEL .

IMPORTANT: Expand turning lock sufficiently to avoid damaging thread when releasing collar nut.

Release collar nut, activate parking brake for this purpose.

Tightening torque 33 41 1AZ .

Installation:

Replace collar nut, oil collar nut/wheel bearing contact surface lightly and tighten down.

No oil permitted on thread of shaft journal or collar nut.

Secure collar nut by positive peening on flat areas of output shaft.

Fig 1: Locating Collar Nut

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Remove TENSION STRUT .

Remove heat shield.

Remove STABILIZER ON REAR AXLE CARRIER .

REMOVE STABILIZER BAR BRACKET FROM CONTROL ARM AT TOP .

Release bolts and remove with washers (1).

Tightening torque 33 21 1AZ .

Press output shaft off drive flange using a suitable tool; if necessary, raise trailing arm with workshop jack approx. 20 mm.

Installation:

Before installing output shaft, make sure that drive flange is fully engaged in rear differential.

Replace bolts and washers (1).

Fig 2: Locating Washer Bolts

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Do not drive output shaft out of drive flange with an impact tool.

Press OUTPUT SHAFT OUT OF DRIVE FLANGE and remove towards center of vehicle.

After installation

Check that output shaft is correctly seated in rear differential.