Rear Knuckle: Service and Repair

Wheel knuckle rear

Note! Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.

Removal

Note! Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Remove the following items:
- spring. Refer to: Spring/shock absorber rear, replacing, M58, M66 AWD, AW50/51 AWD Spring/Shock Absorber Rear, Replacing
- brake shoes. Refer to: Handbrake, brake shoes, replacing Service and Repair
- wheel hub. Refer to: Rear wheel hub, replacing Rear Wheel Hub, Replacing




Torque: M6, 10 Nm




Torque: M12, 80 Nm




Torque: M8, 24 Nm

Installation

Note! Only tighten the nuts and screws when the suspension is in the normal drive position.

Position the car on a wheel track hoist.
Tighten the screws for the shock absorber and torque rod on both sides.Torque: M12, 80 Nm

Install the protective covers over the shock absorber mounting.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Check the rear wheel alignment. Refer to: Wheel alignment, checking / adjusting Service and Repair