31 11 001 Replacing front axle carrier
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
NOTE:
Replace self-tapping screws for mounting following components on front axle/engine carriers.
- Steering gear
- Bracket, control arm / retaining bar, stabilizer
- Bumper bracket
- Bracket, ride-height sensor
- Front axle carrier (if replacing engine carriers)
WARNING:
Danger to life!
Mount securing fixture for vehicle on lifting platform to prevent the vehicle from slipping off or tilting down.
Mount securing fixture for vehicle on lifting platform to prevent the vehicle from slipping off or tilting down.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Lower front axle support . See 31 11 506 Lowering/raising front axle carrier (universal lifter) or 31 11 506 Lowering/raising front axle carrier (special tool SWZ00-2040) .
- Remove both tie rod ends from swivel bearing . See 32 21 231 REPLACING (REMOVING AND INSTALLING) LEFT OR RIGHT TIE ROD .
- Remove both control arms from swivel bearing and front axle carrier . See 31 12 000 Removing and installing left or right control arm .
- Remove both stabilizer links from stabilizer .
Modify stabilizer .
If necessary, modify ride-height sensor.
Modify both control arms .
Modify steering gear . See 32 13 070 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) ELECTRIC STEERING GEAR (EPS) .
Modify both bumper brackets .
Installation:
Use previous front axle carrier as a template for modifying or replacing small parts.
After installation:
- Wheel alignment is only necessary after replacement and/or renewal of front axle support!