Removal & Installation

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Unscrew and remove splash guard. Unfasten nut and remove screw. See Fig 1 .
Unfasten tension strut nut. See Fig 2 .
Press tension strut out of swivel bearing with special tool (31 2 240). See Fig 3 .
Slacken screw connection for spring strut tube/swivel bearing. Pull swivel bearing downwards and remove tension strut.
Installation is reverse of removal. Insure tapered spigot and bore are both free of grease. Use washer (1). See Fig 2 .
Replace self-locking nuts and, if necessary, grip hexagon socket. Tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
If the tension struts were replaced, check axle alignment. See appropriate SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT.

Fig 1: Removing Splash Guard

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Fig 2: Locating Tension Strut Nut

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Fig 3: Pressing Out Tension Strut

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