Installing caster eccentric

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Replacing series control arm by the service control arm. For pressing off from the ball joint, use special tool 9560.

Fig 1: Pressing Off From Ball Joint Using Special Tool 9560

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When installing the control arm, make sure that the control arm fastening screw (E) is tightened only in vehicle position (see Fig 2 ).

Vehicle position means: Vehicle must be standing on its wheels, or the wheel suspension is lifted with a universal lift until the markings (arrow) line up. Use correct tightening torques.

Fig 2: Identifying Control Arm Fastening Screw Tightened In Vehicle Position

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