Caution | The vehicle must not be standing on its wheels when this bolt is loosened or tightened. |
| The wheel bearing can be damaged by the weight of the vehicle if the nut is loosened. |
| If a vehicle has to be moved with the drive shaft removed, an outer joint must be fitted and tightened to 50 Nm. |
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| Raise vehicle so that wheels are off the ground. |
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| Have a second mechanic press the brake pedal. |
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| Remove 12-point nut -arrow-. |
Note | Before securing, clean the threads in the CV joint using a thread tap. |
Note | The wheels must not be in contact with the ground when initially tightening the drive shaft bolt; otherwise the wheel bearing can be damaged. |
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| Have a second mechanic press the brake pedal. Tighten 12-point nut to specified torque and turn through specified additional angle → Item. |
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