31 12 000 Removing and installing/replacing left or right wishbone

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NOTE: If the wishbone is detached from the front axle support, it will be necessary to carry out the WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE .

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.

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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.

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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 .

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After installation:

Carry out WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE .