33 32 071 Replacing one upper wishbone
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NOTE:
If the wishbone is detached from the rear axle support, it is necessary after reinstallation to carry out a CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK .
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove REAR WHEEL .
Open clamps and remove cable clip (1).
Installation note:
Replace faulty cable clips.
Release screw (1).
Installation note:
Replace screw.
IMPORTANT:
Observe the "installation sequence" shown at the end of these instructions.
Release nut (1) and remove screw towards front.
Installation note:
IMPORTANT:
Observe the "installation sequence" shown at the end of these instructions.
Bolt head points in direction of travel.
Replace self-locking nut.
IMPORTANT:
Make sure during installation that in the connection area to the wheel carrier the tapered end of the bearing bushing (of the rubber mount) points in the direction of the wheel carrier.
IMPORTANT:
You must observe the following installation sequence and installation notes!
Failure to comply with these instructions may result in serious damage to the threads of the wheel carrier!
Failure to comply with these instructions may result in serious damage to the threads of the wheel carrier!
Do not use an impact screwdriver!
Installation sequence:
- Put on screw (1) wishbone to wheel carrier manually!
- Fit wishbone to rear axle support, insert screw and screw on nutIMPORTANT: Tighten both screw connections in normal position only!
- Tighten wishbone to wheel carrier screw connection
Tightening torque 33 32 6AZ
- Tighten wishbone to rear axle support screw connection
Tightening torque 33 32 5AZ
After installation:
- Carry out WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE .