Replacing left or right wheel bearing on rear axle shaft

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Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove DRIVE FLANGE .

Removal: 

Release screws.

Remove wheel bearing.

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Installation: 

• PULL OFF WHEEL BEARING INNER RING FROM DRIVE FLANGE .

Keep contact surface (1) of wheel bearing and swivel bearing clean and free from grease; clean as needed.

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Position wheel bearing.

Part  : Replace screws.

Tighten down screws.

Tightening torque 33 41 2AZ .

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Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Mount DRIVE FLANGE .