Install the front axle support (raise) and fasten

Installing the front axle support (raising) 

• Position the front subframe (1) with the universal jack under the vehicle.
• Position the front subframe (1) on the adapter (2) for the front subframe (1).

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• Carefully raise the front axle support with the universal jack 0 490 133 (00 2 030) and position on the body.
  NOTE: When lifting, observe the correct position of the wishbone, tension struts and tie rods.

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Fasten front axle support 

Securing the front axle support adapter on the front axle support on the right and left 

• Position the adapter (1) for the front subframe (2) on the front subframe (2).
• Tighten down screws (3).

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Attaching left and right crash levers 

• Replace nut (1).

  Parts:  Nut

• Insert screw (2).
• Tighten nut (1).

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• Replace screws (1) to (3).

  Parts:  Screws

• Tighten down screws (1).
  TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Front axle carrier to body, front
  M12x115 Replace screws.	Joining torque	100 Nm
  	Angle of rotation	90°

  Fig 1: Front Axle Support Screws Tightening Sequence

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• 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.

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