Bushing Outer Control Arm Lower, Replacing

Bushing outer control arm lower, replacing

Special tools:
951 2923 Hydraulic hole cylinder 951 2923 Hydraulic Hole Cylinder
999 5200 PUNCH 999 5200 Punch
999 5659 Tension caliper 999 5659 Tension Caliper
999 5740 Mounting used with -5659 and -5972 C-version 999 5740 Mounting Used With -5659 and -5972 C-Version
999 7034 Connecting rod M12X400 999 7034 Connecting Rod M12X400
999 7035 Sleeve 999 7035 Sleeve
999 7044 Sleeve 999 7044 Sleeve
999 7045 Drift 999 7045 Drift
999 7046 Drift 999 7046 Drift
999 7054 Adapter incl. 2x MC6C M6X12 999 7054 Adapter Incl. 2x MC6C M6X12

Removal

Note! As the illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and / or models, some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Note! It is recommended to replace the present bushing on both sides for best properties and optimum service life.

Preparations
Remove the wheel.

Disconnecting the lateral link




Detach the lateral link by installing a tensioning strap and drawing the lower link arm slightly towards the jacking point.
Slacken off the screw at the front mounting slightly. Turn the lateral link downwards.

Remove:
- the lateral link screw at the spindle
- the tie rod outer mounting.
Turn the tie rod upwards.
Release the retaining strap.

Removing the bushing




Install tensioner and tension the rear suspension to the normal position. See Tensioner, instructions for use, M66, TF-80SC, AW55-50/51SN, M56 Tensioner, Instructions For Use
Remove the screw for the lower outer control arm mounting.
Turn out the spindle

Install:
- Install the screw for the control arm mounting using 999 7046 Drift 999 7046 Drift as a spacer to keep the spindle out.
- the hydraulic cylinder.
Use 951 2923 Hydraulic hole cylinder 951 2923 Hydraulic Hole Cylinder , with 999 7054 Adapter incl. 2x MC6C M6X12 999 7054 Adapter Incl. 2x MC6C M6X12 , 999 7035 Sleeve 999 7035 Sleeve , 999 7044 Sleeve 999 7044 Sleeve , 999 7045 Drift 999 7045 Drift and 999 7034 Connecting rod M12X400 999 7034 Connecting Rod M12X400.
Pull the bushing forwards in the direction of the vehicle.

Installation

Installing the bushing









Caution! To ensure correct driving characteristics, the outer sleeve of the bushing must be flush with the flat milled side of the spindle (facing forwards in the car).

Use special tool 999 5200 (2) to get the bushing into the correct position.
The yellow marking (1) on the bushing must be by the flat milled section on the hole for the bushing, i.e. forwards in the car (see arrow).
Install the hydraulic cylinder
Use tool 951 2923 Hydraulic hole cylinder 951 2923 Hydraulic Hole Cylinder with 999 7054 Adapter incl. 2x MC6C M6X12 999 7054 Adapter Incl. 2x MC6C M6X12 , 999 7046 Drift 999 7046 Drift , 999 7035 Sleeve 999 7035 Sleeve , 999 7044 Sleeve 999 7044 Sleeve , 999 7045 Drift 999 7045 Drift , 999 7034 Connecting rod M12X400 999 7034 Connecting Rod M12X400 and 999 5200 PUNCH 999 5200 Punch.

Note! Use 999 5200 PUNCH 999 5200 Punch to get the bushing into the correct position.

Press the bushing forwards in the direction of the vehicle.

Installing the wheel spindle, control arm and tie rod

Remove:
- the screw for the control arm mounting
- 999 7046 Drift 999 7046 Drift.
Turn the spindle into position.

Install:
- the screw for the control arm mounting. Use a new
- the screw and nut for the tie rod. Use a new nut.

Note! Do not tighten the screw for the bushing mountings. This is carried out later when the rear suspension is in the normal position.

Release the tension from the tensioner and allow to hang freely.

Install:
- the retaining strap and secure the lower control arm slightly against the jacking point
- the screw for the tie rod. Use a new screw.

Tightening the stay and mountings
Press the suspension up to its normal position, see Tensioner, instructions for use, M66, TF-80SC, AW55-50/51SN, M56 Tensioner, Instructions For Use.

Tighten:
- both the mountings for the lateral link. Tighten to 80 Nm
- the outer mounting for the tie rod. Tighten to 80 Nm
- the control arm mounting. Tighten to 80 Nm.

Finishing
Install the wheel. See: Installing wheels Service and Repair.
Check/adjust the wheel alignment. See: Wheel alignment, checking / adjusting Service and Repair.