Removing the output shafts

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
It is paramount to replace the radial shaft seal each time the output shaft is removed.

NOTE: Perform the steps on the right and left side.

If installed: Remove the hub cap

Remove the hub cap (1) in arrow direction.
Dispose of the hub cap (1) .
NOTE: The hub cap is not installed again due to risk of corrosion.

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Loosen the output shaft from the wheel bearing

Press brake pedal.
Loosen the collar screw (1) .
The output shaft is released from the wheel bearing.

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Detach the upper wishbone from the swivel bearing

Release nut (1) .
Pull out screw (2) .
Release upper wishbone (3) from the swivel bearing (4) .
(F) = driving direction

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Attaching swivel bearing in installation position

Attach swivel bearing in installation position (1) with special tool 2 413 317 .
Do not allow the swivel bearing (1) to tilt outward or to hang down from the brake hose.

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Removing the spring strut holder

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Releasing the anti-roll bar link from the spring strut holder

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Failure to comply with the specification.
Component damage.

Expand spring strut holder (1) with special tool 2 414 636.
Protecting the output shaft from damage with a towel is mandatory (2) .

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Feed out and remove the spring strut holder (1) downward.

Remove output shaft

Secure output shaft against falling out.
Position the aluminum mandrel (2) at the output shaft (1) (arrow).
Knock out the output shaft (1) out of the front axle transmission or the bearing bracket with the aluminum mandrel (2) .

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Remove the output shaft (1) in the direction of the arrow.

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