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33 41... Detaching wheel bearing inner ring from drive flange (drive flange removed)

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Special tools required: 

IMPORTANT: Special tool 33 4 409 must not be removed!

Insert special tool 33 4 407 into special tool 33 4 401 .

Fig 1: Inserting Special Tool 33 4 407 Into Special Tool 33 4 401
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Fit special tool 2 230 163 and tension until it lies firmly against wheel bearing inner ring.

Fit special tool 33 4 401 in conjunction with 33 4 407 .

Fig 2: Fitting Special Tool 33 4 401 In Conjunction With 33 4 407
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Unscrew spindle 33 4 402 as far as is possible.

Tighten special tool 33 4 400 until it lies against special tool 2 230 163 .

Fig 3: Tightening Special Tool 33 4 400
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The following tools are required for detachment, consult graphic for arrangement:

Vehicle components: 

I Drive flange hub
II Wheel bearing inner ring

Required components for all models and types: 

1 Hydraulic unit
F3 Spindle M24 (length 270 mm)
E3 Washer M24
C1 Holding sleeve
K1 Screws M12 x 1.5
K2 Screws M14 x 1.5
B1 Adapter
33 4 400 Special tool

Components specific to model and type: 

K1 Screws M12 x 1.5
K2 Screws M14 x 1.5

Detach wheel bearing inner ring from drive flange.