Replacing the swivel bearing
- Use the special tool 2 472 903
or 5 A47 6E6
for unscrewing and tightening the spherical-collar screws.
- Release spherical-collar screws (1) with the special tool 2 472 903 .
- Remove the wheel bearing (2) .
- Recut the threads in the wheel bearing (2) .
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Keep the connection between the wheel bearing and the swivel bearing clean and free of oil and grease.
Keep the connection between the wheel bearing and the swivel bearing clean and free of oil and grease.
- Replace swivel bearing (2)
.
Parts: Swivel bearing
- Clean the contact surfaces (1)
on the swivel bearing (2)
and on the wheel bearing (3)
.
- Position the wheel bearing (2) on the new swivel bearing.
- Replace the spherical-collar screws (1)
.
Parts: Spherical-collar screw
- Tighten the spherical-collar screws (1) crosswise using the special tool 2 472 903 .
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION
| Wheel bearing to swivel bearing | ||
|---|---|---|
| M12 Replace spherical collar screws. Tighten the spherical-collar screws in crosswise sequence . The tightening sequence must strictly be followed and carried out on all spherical-collar screws at the same time! |
1. Tightening torque | 20 Nm |
| 2. Initial torque | 140 Nm | |
| 3. Unscrew all bolts . | max. 45° | |
| 4. Tightening torque | 120 Nm | |
| 5. Angle of rotation | 90° | |