33 32 087 Removing and installing/replacing bottom right wishbone (Countryman 2017-2023, except PHEV)
Preliminary work needed:
- Remove REAR WHEEL .
- Remove TANK COVER ON THE RIGHT .
Removal:
Mark position of eccentric shim to trailing arm to simplify subsequent adjustment of rear axle.
Release nut and remove screw (1).
- If necessary, remove tapered slide for compact spare wheel.
Slacken nut (2).
Remove eccentric washer and unscrew screw.
Remove wishbone (3).
Installation note:
Tighten screw connection (1) and (2) in NORMAL POSITION .
Installation:
Align wishbone (3).
Insert bolt (2) and connect eccentric shim.
Align eccentric shim to marked position.
Tighten nut (2) in NORMAL POSITION (not until wheel alignment).
Part: Replace screw and nut (2).
Tightening torque 33 32 2AZ .
Insert bolt (1).
If necessary, mount tapered slide for compact spare wheel.
Screw on new nut.
- Do not yet tighten to specified torque!
Part: Replace nut.
Shift vehicle into NORMAL POSITION .
Tighten nut of bolt (1) in normal position.
Tightening torque 33 32 3AZ .
Required follow-up work:
- Mount RIGHT TANK COVER .
- Install REAR WHEEL .
- Perform wheel alignment. Refer to 32 00 150 KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH VEHICLE LOAD UP TO DESIGN POSITION (COUNTRYMAN 2017-2023, EXCEPT PHEV) or 32 00 150 KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH VEHICLE LOAD UP TO DESIGN POSITION (COUNTRYMAN 2017-2023, EXCEPT PHEV) .