33 32 021 Replacing left or right trailing arm
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IMPORTANT:
- The trailing arm must be installed with the opening (U-section) facing downward!
- If the trailing arm is bent, the control arm/wheel carrier screw connection must be renewed.
Necessary preliminary work:
- Only on left side at ride height sensor: Release JOINTED ROD AT TRAILING ARM .
Unscrew nuts (1).
Tightening torque 33 32 1AZ .
Pull out bolt towards front.
Installation note:
Note direction of insertion of bolts.
Replace screw and nut.
Tighten down screw connection in NORMAL POSITION .
Slacken nut (2).
Tightening torque 33 32 2AZ .
Move screws toward the rear.
Remove trailing arm (3) downward.
Installation note:
The trailing arm must be installed with the opening (U-section) facing downward!
Note direction of insertion of screw.
Replace screw and nut.
Tighten down screw connection in NORMAL POSITION .