Replacing Front Axle Carrier

31 11 001 - Replacing front axle carrier





Warning!
Danger to life!
Secure engine in installation position Securing Engine in Installation Position to prevent it from falling down.
Danger of poisoning 00 .. ... Danger of Poisoning If Oil Is Ingested/Absorbed Through the Skin if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin!
Risk of injury 00 .. ... Risk of Injury If Oil Comes Into Contact With Eyes and Skin if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!

Important!
Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system.
Seal off hydraulic lines with plugs.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead Disconnecting and Connecting Battery Negative Lead
- Draw off and dispose off hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
- Secure engine in installation position Securing Engine in Installation Position
- Remove front wheels Removing or Installing Front or Rear Wheel
- Remove stabilizer
- Disconnect pressure line(s) from vane pump
- Disconnect return line from power steering cooler Notes on Hydraulic Line with Quick-Connect Coupling
- Remove both tension struts from front axle carrier Removing and Installing/Replacing Both Tension Struts
- Remove jointed rod of ride-height sensor from control arm
- Remove both control arms from front axle carrier Front Axle
- Remove both tie rod ends from swivel bearing Replacing Left or Right Tie Rod
- Lower front axle support Lowering / Raising Front Axle Carrier





Version with Dynamic Drive:
Remove pressure lines for oscillating motor of front axle with hose/pipe holders.
Remove vent hose with filter Removing and Installing / Replacing Vent Hose for Active Stabilizer (Front).





Remove heat shield(s).
Disconnect hydraulic lines from power steering gear and front axle carrier.
Remove left engine mount/bracket and right engine mount and if necessary remove with vacuum lines from front axle carrier.
Remove power steering gear.
Remove vehicle jack support.
Take front axle carrier down and set down on a suitable surface.

Installation Note:
Use previous front axle carrier as a template for modifying or replacing small parts.





After installation:
- Fill and bleed hydraulic system
- Check pipe connections for leaks
- Perform chassis alignment check
- Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment/adjustment for active steering
- If necessary, carry out initial Dynamic Drive operation Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview