Remove left and right output shaft

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

Remove output shaft

Release the cable for the wheel speed sensor from the holders (1).

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Release the nut (1).
NOTE: Counter-hold at the Torx socket.
Detach the anti-roll bar link (2) from the spring strut.

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Turn swivel bearing outwards.
Set aside the anti-roll bar link (2).
Guide out the output shaft (1) from the swivel bearing.

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Secure component against falling.
Position the aluminum drift (2) on the output shaft (1).
Knock out the output shaft (1) from the front axle transmission with an aluminum mandrel (2).

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

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