Raise the front axle support and fasten it
Raise front axle support
Do not damage the steering gear
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Failure to comply with the specification.
Component damage.
Failure to comply with the specification.
Component damage.
- specifications for installation and removal must be observed.
- When lifting the front subframe, ensure sufficient distance between the steering gear (1) and the output shaft (2).
NOTE:
Perform the steps on the right and left side.
- Position the front axle support (1) to the right and left on the adapter for the front axle support (2).
- Carefully raise the front axle support with the universal jack 0 490 133 (00 2 030) and position on the body.
Fasten front axle support
Securing the front axle support adapter on the front axle support on the right and left
NOTE:
Perform the steps on the right and left side.
- Position the adapter (1) for the front subframe (2) on the front subframe (2).
- Tighten down screws (3).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Adapter, front axle support to front axle support | ||
|---|---|---|
| M8x80 | Tightening torque | 19 Nm |
Attaching left and right crash levers
NOTE:
The following step(s) must be performed if the listed component(s) is/are installed.
- Replace nut (1).
Parts: Nut
- Insert screw (2).
- Tighten nut (1).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Crash lever on front subframe | ||
|---|---|---|
| M12 Replace nut. |
tightening torque | 65 Nm |
- Replace screws (1) to (3).
Parts: screw
- Tighten down screws (1).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Front axle carrier to body, front | ||
|---|---|---|
| M12X115 Replace screws. |
Joining torque | 100 Nm |
| Angle of rotation | 90° | |
- Tighten down screws (2).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Front axle support to center of body | ||
|---|---|---|
| M12x90 Replace screws. |
Joining torque | 100 Nm |
| Angle of rotation | 90° | |
- Tighten down screws (3).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Front axle carrier to body, rear | ||
|---|---|---|
| M14 Replace screws. |
Joining torque | 100 Nm |
| Angle of rotation | 90° | |
- If necessary, remove the special tool (tensioning strap) 0 496 080 (33 5 206).
- Lower the universal jack 0 490 133 (00 2 030) and place to one side.
Follow-up work
- Refer to SECURING THE ANTI-ROLL BAR LINK ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT ON THE ANTI-ROLL BAR .
- Refer to FASTENING ELECTRIC COOLANT PUMP AND COOLANT HOSES TO THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
- Refer to IF INSTALLED: CONNECT THE VACUUM LINE OF THE ENGINE MOUNTS .
- Refer to ATTACHING THE LINE CONNECTION OF THE RIDE HEIGHT SENSOR
- Refer to SECURING THE EPS WIRING HARNESS TO THE ELECTROMECHANICAL STEERING GEAR .
- Refer to INSTALLING STEERING SHAFT AT BOTTOM ON STEERING GEAR
- Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER PANELS ON THE FRONT AXLE ON THE RIGHT AND LEFT .
- Refer to INSTALLING THE FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
- Refer to INSTALLING THE FRONT LEFT AND RIGHT WHEELS .
- Refer to RECONNECTING ALL BATTERY GROUND LEADS