31 11 001 Replacing front axle support
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WARNING:
High-voltage system - danger to life!
WARNING:
The following points must be strictly observed prior to starting work:
- Disconnect HIGH-VOLTAGE SYSTEM FROM POWER
- Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for handling with hybrid vehicles
IMPORTANT:
Before removing front axle carrier:
In order to avoid damage to lifting platform, perform weight compensation on vehicle.
Load spring strut domes with sand bags.
In order to avoid damage to lifting platform, perform weight compensation on vehicle.
Load spring strut domes with sand bags.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Lower FRONT AXLE SUPPORT
- Remove BOTH LOWER CONTROL ARMS from front axle carrier
- Remove BOTH TENSION STRUTS from front axle carrier
Remove BOTH ENGINE MOUNTS FROM FRONT AXLE CARRIER
Remove STEERING GEAR .
Take front axle carrier down and set down on a suitable surface.
Installation:
Use previous front axle carrier as a template for modifying or replacing small parts.
After installation:
- Perform chassis alignment check. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT WITH VEHICLE LOAD UP TO DESIGN POSITION or CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH RIDE HEIGHT MEASUREMENT WITHOUT VEHICLE LOAD .
- Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT
- Teach in END STOP SOFTWARE