Removing the spring strut holder on left and right

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

Loosen the output shaft from the wheel bearing

Press brake pedal.
Loosen the collar screw (1) .

The output shaft is released from the wheel bearing.

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Releasing the upper wishbone from the swivel bearing

Loosen nut (1) .
Pull out screw (2) .
Release the upper wishbone (4) from the swivel bearing (3) .

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Secure the swivel bearing

Fix the swivel bearing (1) to the body using special tool 2 413 317 in such a way as to prevent it from tipping outwards.

Do not allow the swivel bearing (1) to hang down from the brake hose!

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Removing the spring strut holder

Loosen nut (1) .
Remove the bolt (2) .

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

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Release the screw (2) from the spring strut holder (1) .

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NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Failure to comply with the specification.
Component damage.
- All specifications must be observed and complied with.
Expand spring strut holder (1) with special tool 2 414 636 .
Protecting the output shaft from damage with a towel is mandatory (2) .

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Feed out and remove the spring strut holder (1) downward.