33 32 021 Replacing left or right trailing arm

Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 33 32 1AZ.

Move screw toward the rear.

Installation note: 

Note direction of insertion of bolts.

Replace nut.

TIGHTEN DOWN SCREW CONNECTION IN NORMAL POSITION .

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Slacken nut (2).

Tightening torque 33 32 2AZ.

Move screws toward the rear.

Remove trailing arm (3) downward.

Installation note: 

The trailing arm must be installed with the opening (U-section) facing downward!

Note direction of insertion of screw.

Replace nut.

TIGHTEN DOWN SCREW CONNECTION IN NORMAL POSITION .