Release the wishbone from the swivel bearing

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Deflection of the ball joint of the wishbone by more than 25°. 
Damage to the bellows and premature wear in the ball joint. 

• The wishbone may be inclined by a maximum of 25° during installation or removal!

NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

NOTE: Only perform the operation on the left side.

• Release the attachment rod (1)  from the ride height sensor (2)  .

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• Release nut (1)  . If necessary, counter support at the Torx socket.
• Release the wishbone (2)  from the swivel bearing (3)  .

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  NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
  Otherwise, the rubber grommet can be damaged. The components must not be in contact.
• Make sure that the rubber grommet (3)  on the bottom wishbone (1)  is not damaged by the swivel bearing (2)  .

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