33 32 051 Removing and installing/replacing left or right push rod/integral link

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NOTE: If the integral link is detached from the wheel carrier or swinging arm, it is necessary after reinstallation to carry out a wheel/chassis alignment check.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REAR WHEEL
Tension COIL SPRING (and leave on vehicle)
Version with ride-height control: Deactivate and empty AIR SPRING SYSTEM

Release nut (1) and remove screw.

Release screw (2) and remove integral link (3).

Installation:

Replace self-locking nut.

First install swinging arm hand-tight, then tighten down screw (2).

Tighten screw/bolt connections in NORMAL POSITION .

Tightening torque (nut) 33 32 3AZ .

Tightening torque (bolt) 33 32 4AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Integral Link And Screw

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After installation:

Activate and fill AIR SPRING SYSTEM
Perform chassis alignment check . See 32 00 150 KDS WHEEL ALIGNMENT WITH VEHICLE LOAD UP TO DESIGN POSITION or 32 00 155 KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH RIDE HEIGHT MEASUREMENT WITHOUT VEHICLE LOAD