Install the front output shafts (on the mobile lifting table)

• Loosen screws (2).
• Remove the swivel bearing mount (1) and set it aside.
• Suspend the swivel bearing from the workshop crane 2 220 718  .

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  Check 

• Replace the circlip (1).

  Parts:  Circlip

• Coat the contact surface (2) of the output shaft with the approved front axle transmission oil, see APPROVED OIL .
• Check the gearing for damage or deformation.

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Result 

» The gearing is deformed or damaged.

Measure

• Replace the output shaft.

Parts:  Output shaft

• Clean and degrease front gearing of wheel bearing (1) and output shaft (2).
• Install front gearing of wheel bearing (1) and output shaft (2) and establish a positive connection.
• By twisting of both the wheel hub and the output shaft in arrow direction, ensure that the front gears engage in each other.

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• Replace the screw (1) and the compression spring (2).

  Parts:  Screw, compression spring

• Clean and degrease the screw (1).
• Observe the installation position of the compression spring (2)!

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  NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
  Radial shaft seal ring are equipped with an installation protection ring. The installation protection ring is used to protect the sealing lip when installing the output shaft.
• Open the installation protection ring (1) in arrow direction before installing the output shaft.

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• Feed in the output shaft (1) in the direction of the arrow.
• Loosen the assembly protection ring (2) guide it out a little.
• Pull the assembly protection ring (2) down with force in arrow direction until the predetermined breaking points (3) on the assembly protection ring break.

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• Tilt the swivel bearing (2) slightly forwards in the direction of the arrow.
• Insert the output shaft (3) into the front axle differential until the stop is reached and until you can feel the output shaft engaging.
• Tighten screw (1) with the special tool 0 490 504 (00 9 120) .

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• Install the stand (2) of the swivel bearing (3).
• Tighten down screws (1).

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• Attach the sealing cap (1).

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