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3 RA Replacing Rubber Mounts On Both Traction Struts > < 2 RA Removing And Installing Or Replacing Both Traction Struts
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Unfasten nut.

If necessary, expand the swivel bearing with special
tool 31 2 200 and press downwards.

Installation:

Press swivel bearing up to stop and note the mark indicating
the installation position.

Replace self-locking nut. Tightening Torque,

refer to Technical Data 31 21 4AZ.

Unfasten nut.

Press off ball joint with special tool 31 2 240.

Remove traction strut.

Installation:

Tapered spigot and bore both free of grease.

Use washer (1). Replace self-locking nuts.

Tightening Torque, if necessary brace on hex cap nut,

refer to Technical Data 31 12 8AZ.

RA  Removing and installing or replacing both traction struts

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Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued

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