Preliminary Work
- Loosen axle nut (securing drive shaft to wheel bearing housing). Also apply the brake (2nd mechanic required) while the vehicle is stationary on the ground.
- Raise the vehicle.
→ 4X00IN LIFTING THE VEHICLE - section on "Lifting and lowering"
- Remove rear wheel.
→ 440519 REMOVING AND INSTALLING WHEEL .
For vehicles with PCCB brake discs, use assembly aids (two assembly pins).
- Remove rear covers -1- . → 705319 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR COVER