31 12 Axle guide and axle strut
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31 12 AXLE GUIDE AND AXLE STRUT - TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATIONS
| Type | Thread | Instructions | Torque Specification | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1AZ Tension strut to front axle support | F20/F21/F22/F23/F30/F31/F32/F33/F34/F35/F36 | M12 | Replace screw. Tighten down in NORMAL POSITION . Jointing torque Angle of rotation |
100 Nm 90° |
| 2AZ Tension strut to swivel bearing | F20/F21/F22/F23/F30/F31/F32/F33/F34/F35/F36 | M14 | Replace nut. | 175 Nm |
| 3AZ Wishbone to front axle support | F20/F21/F22/F23/F30/F31/F32/F33/F34/F35/F36 | M12 | Replace screw and nut. Tighten down in NORMAL POSITION . Jointing torque Angle of rotation |
100 Nm 90° |
| 4AZ Wishbone to swivel bearing | F20/F21/F22/F23/F30/F31/F32/F33/F34/F35/F36 | M14 | Replace nut. | 175 Nm |