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
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove the FRONT WHEEL .
- Remove the FRONT ASSEMBLY UNDERSIDE PROTECTION .
- Remove the STEERING ASSEMBLY COVER . (N47 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, refer to: 31 12 4AZ .
Installation note:
Keep wishbone to swivel bearing connection clean and free from oil and grease.
Replace self-locking nut.
Slacken nut (2).
Tightening torque, refer to: 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 .