Double Joint For Steering Spindle Lower Section (4WD): Removal

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Remove underbody protection at center. See REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REINFORCEMENT PLATE ON FRONT AXLE SUPPORT
Remove suction filter housing. See MICROFILTERS
Remove lower clamping screw of clamping element from steering gear. Detach clamping piece from steering spindle. See Fig 1.
Remove clamping screw from universal joint of steering spindle lower section. See Fig 2.
Remove double joint with steering spindle lower section.
Remove clamping screw. Detach double joint. See Fig 3.

Fig 1: Removing Lower Clamping Screw

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Fig 2: Removing Steering Spindle Lower Section

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Fig 3: Locating Double Joint Clamping Screw

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