Procedures
General Repair Information
When installing waxed components, contact surfaces must be cleaned. Contact surfaces must be free of wax and grease.
Torque specifications for unlubricated bolts and nuts are given.
Always replace self-locking nuts and bolts.
Always replace the clamps.
Always replace the bolts and nuts, which are tightened with an additional tightening angle.
Welding or straightening operations are not permitted on load-bearing or wheel-controlling components.
When loosening, removing or installing hydraulic, pneumatic or electrical line, always make a sketch or take a picture. Doing so records the original installation locations.
If the cable ties, brackets or mounting elements were removed during the repair procedure, they must be reinstalled at their original location.
If vehicle will be driving on the streets, all screws and nuts must be tightened properly!
Steering Gear
• Thoroughly clean connecting points and their surrounding areas before loosening.
• Make sure the steering gear fits correctly when installing.
• Place removed parts on a clean surface and cover to prevent contamination. Use foils and paper. Only use lint-free cloths!
• Only install clean components: Only unpack replacement parts immediately prior to installation.
• Use exclusively lubricants and sealants marked with part numbers.
• Carefully cover or seal open components, if repairs are not carried out immediately.
Gaskets and Seals
• Always replace the gaskets and seals.
• After removing seals, inspect contact surface on housings and shafts for burrs and damage and repair if necessary.
Bolts and Nuts
• Loosen and tighten the screws and nut from the covers and housings diagonally.
• Components that are extremely sensitive must not be distorted and should be loosened and tightened in stages in a diagonal sequence.
• Torque specifications for unlubricated bolts and nuts are given.
• Always replace self-locking nuts and bolts.
• Always replace the bolts and nuts, which are tightened with an additional tightening angle.