33 41 180 Replacing wheel bearing (hub) for rear wheel

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REAR WHEEL .
Remove REAR BRAKE DISC .

Removal:

Release screws (1).

Remove wheel bearing (hub).

Fig 1: Wheel Bearing Screws

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Installation:

If necessary, remount or replace protective cap (1).

Fig 2: Remounting Protective Cap

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

Fig 3: Contact Surfaces Of Wheel Carrier And Wheel Bearing (Hub)

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Align new wheel bearing (hub) to trailing arm.

Tighten down screws (1).

Replace screws (1).

Tightening torque 33 41 1AZ .

Fig 4: Wheel Bearing Screws

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