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Replacing One Upper Control Arm




33 32 071 - Replacing one upper control arm





Important!
Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle 00 .. ... Lifting Vehicle With A Lifting Platform.

Note:
If the control arm is detached from the rear axle carrier, it is necessary after reinstallation to carry out a wheel/chassis alignment check.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove rear wheel Removing or Installing Front or Rear Wheel





Release nut (1) and remove bolt (2) towards front.

Installation Note:
Replace self-locking nut.
Tighten bolt connection in normal position Moving Vehicle Into Normal Position.
Tightening torque 33 32 14AZ Control Arms And Struts (Rear).





Remove holders (1) from control arm.
Release nut; if necessary, grip at external hexagon/Torx socket.
Take off control arm.

Installation Note:
Keep control arm to wheel carrier connection clean and free from oil and grease.
Replace self-locking nut.
Tightening torque 33 32 8AZ Control Arms And Struts (Rear).





After installation:
- Perform chassis alignment check