Replacing Lower Trailing Arm

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Information

Deformation of the trailing arm can be checked using a printable template.

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Template for checking deformation

The template can be found in the PIWIS information system under Workservice information - 4017 Lower trailing arm template.
Print the template, check printout based on the control dimension, copy the template to a piece of cardboard and cut it out in accordance with specifications.
If the contour of the trailing arm in the measuring area -X- deviates from the contour of the template -1- , the trailing arm must be replaced.

Convert control arm spoiler -1- to suit the new trailing arm.

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Control arm spoiler mounting
1. 1.1 Remove threaded joint -2- and install it for the new trailing arm > Tightening torque 8 Nm (6 ftlb.)