33 32 091 Replacing a control arm

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NOTE: If the guide arm is detached from the rear axle carrier, it is necessary after reinstallation to carry out a wheel/chassis alignment check.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove rear wheel
Remove stabilizer links on both sides from stabilizer and rotate stabilizer in upward direction

Release screw.

Installation:

If necessary, raise wheel carrier in area of brake caliper by hand.

Replace screw.

For tightening torque refer to 33 32 4AZ in 33 32 CONTROL ARMS AND STRUTS .

Fig 1: Bolt

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IMPORTANT: Make sure during installation that in the connection area to the wheel carrier the tapered end of the bearing bushing (of the rubber mount) points in the direction of the wheel carrier.

Fig 2: Bearing Bushing

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NOTE: On the M3 a ball joint is fitted in the guide arm.

Slacken nut (1).

Unscrew bolt towards rear and remove guide arm (2).

Installation:

Bolt head must point to rear.

Replace self-locking nut.

For tightening torque refer to 33 32 3AZ in 33 32 CONTROL ARMS AND STRUTS .

Fig 3: Guide Arm, Nut And Removal Direction

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After installation:

Perform chassis alignment check