Remove rear thrust arm
WARNING:
Vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist if the vehicle hoist is handled incorrectly
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Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
- Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle using a vehicle hoist.
- For additional information see: 00... RAISING THE VEHICLE WITH A VEHICLE LIFT .
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to components on the rear axle .
Removing both thrust arms simultaneously may lead to serious damage to the rear axle .
Damage to components on the rear axle .
Removing both thrust arms simultaneously may lead to serious damage to the rear axle .
- Only remove or replace thrust arms individually.
- When lowering or removing the rear axle: Support the rear axle support before both thrust arms are removed.
NOTE:
Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
Preliminary work
- Refer to IF NEED BE, REMOVING THE REAR DIFFUSER .
- Loosen screws (2).
- Loosen screw (3).
- Remove thrust arm (1).