33 41 151 Replacing left or right wheel bearing on rear axle shaft

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IMPORTANT: Do not damage multipole impulse ring.

Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Bearing

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove DRIVE FLANGE FOR REAR AXLE SHAFT .
Remove TOE ARM FROM WHEEL CARRIER .

NOTE:

Check brake pads and replace if necessary!

Release screws.

Tightening torque 33 41 2AZ .

Remove wheel bearing.

Installation note:

Replace screws.

Fig 2: Locating Wheel Bearing Screws

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Installation note:

Keep contact surface (1) of wheel bearing and wheel carrier clean and free from oil and grease.

Fig 3: Identifying Wheel Bearing Contact Surface

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After installation:

Adjust PARKING BRAKE .