Drive Axle Overview

Drive Axle Overview






1 Nut

• 500 Nm

• Always replace if removed.

2 Outer CV Joint

• Replace only as complete unit.

• Checking, refer to => [ Outer Joint, Checking ] Testing and Inspection.

• Removing and installing, refer to => [ Remove the Outer CV Joint ] Front Suspension.

• For the correct allocation, refer to the Electronic Parts Catalog (ETKA).

3 Securing Ring

• Always replace if removed.

• Insert in shaft groove.

4 Clamp

• Always replace if removed.

• Tensioning, refer to => [ Tensioning Clamp on Small Diameter ] Front Suspension.

5 Protective Boot

• Check for tears and scuffing.

• Material: Hytrel (Polyelastomer).

6 Clamp

• Always replace if removed.

• Tensioning, refer to => [ Tensioning Clamp on Small Diameter ] Front Suspension.

7 Drive Axle

• For the correct allocation, refer to the Electronic Parts Catalog (ETKA).

8 Bolt

• 50 Nm + 90° turn

• Always replace if removed.

9 Backing Plate

10 Clamp

• Always replace if removed.

• Tensioning, refer to => [ Tensioning Clamp on Small Diameter ] Front Suspension.

11 Protective Boot

• Check for tears and scuffing.

• Material: Hytrel (Polyelastomer).

12 Clamp

• Always replace if removed.

• Tensioning, refer to => [ Tensioning Clamp on Small Diameter ] Front Suspension.

13 Inner CV Joint

• Replace only as complete unit.

• Removing and installing, refer to => [ Remove the Inner CV Joint ] Front Suspension.

• For the correct allocation, refer to the Electronic Parts Catalog (ETKA).

14 Securing Ring

• Always replace if removed.

• Insert in shaft groove.

15 Cover

• Always replace if removed.