33 31 011 Replacing Rear Axle Carrier
33 31 011 Replacing Rear Axle CarrierWarning!
Danger of injury!
Failure to complu with the following instructions may result in the vehicle slipping off the lifting platform and critically injuring other persons.
Read and observe the information on load distribution in the lifting platform operating instructions.
Before lowering/ removing the rear axle carrier, it is essential to place a minimum load of 100 kg in the luggage compartment to prevent the vehcile from toppling/ slipping off the lifting platform!
When supporting component, make sure that
- the vehicle can no longer be raised or lowered
- the vehicle does not lift off the locating plates on the lifting platform
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove complete rear axle carrier and if necessary with other workers assisting set down on a suitable surface
Remove rear differential.
If necessary, remove ride-height sensor with holder from rear axle carrier.
Remove stabilizer bar.
Remove lower control arm on both sides from rear axle carrier.
Remove upper control arm on both sides from rear axle carrier.
Remove trailing arm on both sides with output shaft and upper control arm.
After Installation:
- Adjusting handbrake
- Perform chassis alignment check
Torque Specs:
