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31 11 001 Replacing Front Axle Carrier



31 11 001 Replacing front axle carrier

Warning!
Danger to life!
Mount securing fixture for vehicle on lifting platform to prevent the vehicle from slipping off or tilting down.
Secure engine in installation position to prevent it from falling down.


Necessary preliminary tasks:
^ Lower front axle support
^ Remove both lower control arms from front axle carrier
^ Remove both tension struts from front axle carrier





Remove both engine mounts from front axle carrier

Take front axle carrier down and set down on a suitable surface.

Installation:
Use previous front axle carrier as a template for modifying or replacing small parts.

After installation:
^ Perform chassis alignment check
^ Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment/adjustment for active front steering