Subsequent Work

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The entire threaded parts of the axle must be tightened in vehicle position. Vehicle position means: vehicle standing on its wheels, or the wheel suspension is raised with a universal vehicle lift. Dimension -X- , from lower edge of wing to centre of wheel → Control value: 502 mm+/-10 mm corresponds to vehicle position.

Fig 1: Identifying Universal Vehicle Lift Dimension
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Carry out a visual inspection of all parts.
Replace self-locking nuts.
Replace all expansion screws (screws fitted using torque angle tightening procedure).
Observe correct tightening torques and torque angle → Tightening torques for front axle.
Make sure the bevel pinions from the ball joints are clean. Clean with a lint-free cloth as necessary. Do not use cleaning agent.

Install lower trailing arm → 401719 REMOVING AND INSTALLING LOWER TRAILING ARM .
Fit wheel → WM 440519 REMOVING AND INSTALLING WHEEL .
Carry out suspension alignment → Tools .