Preparations for removing the stub axle on the left-hand side

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Fig 1: Identifying Fixture 998 5972 & Sub-Frame

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NOTE:

Cars with parking heaters: Remove the nuts for engine block heater on the sub-frame. Hang the heater on the left front fender.

Position fixture 9995972 under the sub-frame.

Remove the sub-frame screws.

Lower the sub-frame 10 cm.

Remove the wheel spindle from the control arm.