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Replacing Bearings (Wheel Hub) For Front Wheel

31 21 180 Replacing bearings (wheel hub) for front wheel

Necessary preliminary tasks:
^ Remove swivel bearing





Important! When clamping swivel bearing unit, make sure it is only clamped at wheel bearing.

Clamp swivel bearing as illustrated.





Release screws and remove swivel bearing upwards.





Keep tapped holes (1) clean and free from grease.
Keep contact surface (2) of wheel bearing and swivel bearing clean and free from grease.

Installation:
Tightening torque; Bearing unit on swivel bearing 110 Nm.
Replace screws.
If the wheel bearing is not replaced, all the tapped holes (1) in the wheel bearing must be reconditioned.