Release the wishbone from the swivel bearing

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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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