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Adjusting vehicle level via rear torsion bar spring mount - AR40.20-P-0301-01GH

Test values for vehicle level at front axle

Number Designation Model 163.113/128/136/ 154/157/172/175 Model 163.174
BE40.20-P-1001-02G Vehicle level - front axle ° 6.4 (0.7)4.0(0.7) 4.0 (±0.7)
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Front axle torsion strut

Number Designation Model Series 163
BA32.20-P-1001-02G Bolt, retaining bracket to frame Nm 100
  1. Remove self-locking bolt (arrow) of retaining bracket on both sides of vehicle frame and detach torsion bar.
    Fig 1: Locating Self-Locking Bolt
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  2. Set vehicle level by turning the bolt (16c) at the rear torsion bar spring mount on the left and right.
    • Twist clockwise: Vehicle is raised
    • Turn the bolt counterclockwise to lower the vehicle

NOTES Do not unscrew the bolt (16c) fully otherwise the torsion bar spring releases suddenly.

NOTES The vehicle level must be adjusted evenly on both sides.

IMPORTANT

If the vehicle level cannot be adjusted using the bolt (16c), check the vehicle frame and crossmember for kinks and bending (visual inspection).

Fig 2: Turning Position Of Bolt
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