Attaching the wishbone, tension strut and tie rod end on the swivel bearing

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Position the tie rod end (2) on the swivel bearing.
Replace nut (1) .
Parts: Nut

Tighten nut (1) . If necessary, counter support at the Torx socket.

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Tie rod end to swivel bearing
M14 Replace nut.	Tightening torque	165 Nm

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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 wishbone (1) is not damaged by the swivel bearing (2) .

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Position the wishbone (2) on the swivel bearing (3) .
Replace nut (1) .
Parts: Nut

Tighten nut (1) . If necessary, counter support at the Torx socket.

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Wishbone to swivel bearing
M14 Replace nut.	tightening torque	175 Nm

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NOTE: Only perform the operation on the left side.

Attach the attachment rod (1) on to the ride height sensor (2) .

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Position the tension strut (2) on swivel bearing (3) .
Replace nut (1) .
Parts: Nut

Tighten nut (1) . If necessary, counter support at the Torx socket.

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Tension strut to swivel bearing
M14 Replace nut.	tightening torque	175 Nm

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