Replacing the swivel bearing

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Loosen screws (1).
Remove the brake guard plate (2).

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Use special tool 2 472 903 or 5 A47 6E6 for unscrewing the spherical-collar screws.

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Unscrew the spherical-collar screws (arrows).
Remove the wheel bearing (1).
Recut the thread in the wheel bearing (1).

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Keep the connection between the wheel bearing and the swivel bearing clean and free of oil and grease.

Replace swivel bearing (1).
Parts: Swivel bearing
Clean the contact surfaces (2) on the swivel bearing (1) and the wheel bearing (3).
Replace the stud bolt (4).
Parts: Stud bolts

Screw in the stud bolts (4) and tighten them.

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TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Stud bolt to swivel bearing
M12 Replace the stud bolt.	Tightening torque	20 Nm

Position the wheel bearing (1) on the new swivel bearing.
Replace the spherical-collar screws (arrows).
Parts: Spherical-collar screw

Tighten the spherical-collar screws (arrows).

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TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Wheel bearing to swivel bearing
M12 Replace spherical collar screws. Tighten the spherical-collar screws in crosswise sequence . The tightening sequence must strictly be followed and carried out on all spherical-collar screws at the same time!	Tightening torque	20 Nm
	Initial torque	140 Nm
	Unscrew all bolts .	max. 45°
	Tightening torque	120 Nm
	Angle of rotation	90°

Position the brake guard plate (2).
Replace screws (1).
Parts: Screws
Tighten the screws (1).

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TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Brake guard plate at front swivel bearing
M6x12 Replace screw.	Tightening torque	8 Nm