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Replacing Left or Right Rear Axle Carrier Tension Strut




33 33 001 - Replacing left or right rear axle carrier tension strut





Important!
Observe safety instructions 00 .. ... Lifting Vehicle With A Lifting Platform for raising the vehicle
Driving without compression struts is not permitted!
Risk of damage!
The rear axle carrier must be supported at the front is both tension struts have to be replaced!





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove rear lip
- Version with Dynamic Drive: Disconnect pressure lines for oscillating motor of rear axle Removing and Installing/Replacing Pressure Line for Oscillating Motor/Rear Axle from tension strut.





Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 33 32 28AZ Control Arms And Struts (Rear).
Remove heat shield (2) from clip (3) on fuel tank retaining strap.

Installation Note:
Check clip (3) for damage and replace if necessary.





Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 33 32 17AZ Control Arms And Struts (Rear).
Release screw (2) and remove tension strut (3).
Secure rear axle carrier by inserting screw (2).

Installation Note:
Check threads for damage; if necessary, repair with Heli-Coil(R) thread inserts Notes on Repairing Threads.
Tightening torque 33 33 3AZ Rear Axle Suspension.