31 12 000 Removing and installing/replacing left or right wishbone
NOTE:
If the wishbone is detached from the front axle support, 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
.
Necessary preliminary tasks :
- Remove FRONT WHEEL .
- Remove FRONT ASSEMBLY UNDERSIDE PROTECTION .
- Remove STEERING ASSEMBLY COVER if necessary (with rear-wheel drive only).
Only on ride-height sensor at left :
Release link at wishbone.
Release nut (1), if necessary, grip at inner Torx socket.
Tightening torque 31 12 4AZ .
Installation note :
Keep wishbone to swivel bearing connection clean and free from oil and grease.
Replace self-locking nut.
Slacken nut (1).
Tightening torque 31 12 3AZ .
Remove screw towards front.
Take off wishbone.
Installation note :
Replace screw and nut.
Bolt head points in direction of travel.
Tighten down screw connection in NORMAL POSITION .
After installation :
- Carry out 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 .