Remove/Install Camber Strut - AR35.20-P-0110GZ

Model 164, 166, 292 

Shown on model 164.1 

Fig 1: Camber Strut Components Location - Model 166 (Shown On Model 164.1)

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Shown on model 164.1 

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Shown on model 164.1

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Shows model 166.0

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	Risk of injury  caused by pinching or crushing when working on springs or spring bodies that are under tension	Use only approved tensioning devices; additionally screen off hazardous area if necessary. Check special tools for damage and proper operation (visual inspection). Wear protective gloves.	AS00.00-Z-0001-01A
	Risk of injury  . Moving parts can pinch, crush or, in extreme cases even sever extremities.	No parts of the body or limbs should be within the operating area of mechanical components when moving components.	AS00.00-Z-0009-01A
	Notes on self-locking nuts and bolts		AH00.00-N-0001-01A
	Notes on repair work on suspension components		AH00.00-P-0100-01A
	Remove
1	Secure vehicle on vehicle lift		AR00.60-P-0100GZ
2	Detach rear complete wheel
		Model 164	AP40.10-P-4050Z
		Model 166	AP40.10-P-4050EW
		Model 292	AR40.10-P-1100GQC
3	Unclip line for rpm sensor (12) from bracket (3)
4	Unclip bracket (3) and pull out of camber strut (1) (arrows B)
5	Remove line for parking brake (13) from bracket
6	Using a colored pencil, mark position of eccentric disk (5) relative to rear axle carrier (arrow C)
7	Remove bolt (6)
8	Remove screw/bolt (10)
9	Detach brake hose clip (8)	Model 164
10	Remove camber strut (1)
	Check
11	Check elastomer bearing of camber strut (1)	Check for wear and damage; replace if necessary.
12	Check surface of aluminum parts of rear axle for scratches, incipient cracks and notches	While working on the rear axle, care must be taken to ensure that the surface of aluminum components do not get any scratches, cracks and notches. Otherwise the service life of the of the parts will be reduced.
	Install
13	Insert camber strut (1)	Pay attention to installation position.
14		If bolt length is > 65 mm ↓ Replace bolt (6)
15	Insert bolt (6) with eccentric disk (5) and loosely position new self-locking nut (4)	The screw head points the direction of travel. Align the eccentric disk (5) with the marking.
16	Insert screw (10) with dog bone washer (7) and loosely position new self-locking nut (9)	The bolt head must face the vehicle front.
17	Mount brake hose clip (8) as shown	Model 164
Notice	Notes on installing brake hoses		AH42.10-P-9406-01A
18	Mount line for parking brake (13) as shown	Model 166, 292
19	Raise wheel suspension at supporting joint to driving level
	000 588 10 62 00 Mounting plate		WS26.00-P-3309B
	000 588 11 62 00 Major assembly mount		WS01.00-P-0092B
		To move the elastomer bearings for the suspension into the neutral position.
20	Tighten self-locking nut (9)	Self-locking nut, camber strut to wheel carrier	*BA35.20-P-1002-02F
21	Tighten self-locking nut (4)	Self-locking nut, camber strut to rear axle carrier	*BA35.20-P-1001-02F
22	Lower wheel suspension
23	Attach holder (3) to camber strut (1)
24	Mount line for rpm sensor (12) to bracket (3)
25	Mount rear complete wheel
		Model 164	AP40.10-P-4050Z
		Model 166	AP40.10-P-4050EW
		Model 292	AR40.10-P-1100GQC
26	Remove vehicle lift safety device and lower vehicle		AR00.60-P-0100GZ
27	Perform wheel alignment check	Model 164	AR40.20-P-0200GZ
		Model 166, 292	AR40.20-P-0200GQ