| Before fitting, clean any remains of paint or corrosion on the thread/cogs of the outer joint. |
| Vehicles from 04.00 onwards |
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| Before fitting the driveshaft, lubricate |
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| the outer joint thread, |
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| the contact surface and the thread of the dodecagonal nut |
| Continues for all vehicles |
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| Fit the inner joint onto the flanged shaft. |
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| Insert the outer joint as far as possible into the cogs of the wheel hub. |
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| Insert the hexagonal bolt of the driveshaft, and tighten to approx. 50 Nm. |
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| Screw the ball joint on the steering knuckle. |
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| Apply the brake (a second mechanic is required). |
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| Tighten the hexagonal bolt of the driveshaft. |
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