Remove left and right output shaft

Remove left output shaft 

• Position the aluminum drift (1) on the output shaft (2).
• Knock out the output shaft (2) from the front axle transmission with an aluminum mandrel (1).

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  NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
  Conduct the following operation with the assistance of a second person.
• Release swivel bearing (1) from the special tool 2 413 317 on the upper wishbone.

  Swivel bearing (1) must not hang down from the brake hose.

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• Guide out and remove driven shaft (1) in arrow direction.

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• Fasten swivel bearing (1) with the special tool 2 413 317 to protect it from tilting outwards.

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  Remove right output shaft 

• Position the aluminum drift (2) on the output shaft (1).
• Knock out the output shaft (1) from the front axle transmission with an aluminum mandrel (2).

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  NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
  Conduct the following operation with the assistance of a second person.
• Release the swivel bearing (1) from the special tool 2 413 317 on the upper wishbone.

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• Pull spring strut (1) forward slightly in driving direction.
• Guide out and remove driven shaft (2) in arrow direction.

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  Secure the swivel bearing 

• Fasten the swivel bearing (1) by using the special tool 2 413 317 to protect it from tilting outwards.

  Swivel bearing (1) must not hang down from the brake hose.

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