| Wheel bearings must not be subjected to load after loosening bolt securing drive shaft at wheel hub. |
| If the wheel bearings are subjected to the full weight of the vehicle they will be overloaded, resulting in reduced service life. Therefore please note the following: |
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| Procedure for slackening bolt securing drive shaft to wheel hub → Chapter |
| Do not attempt to move the vehicle without the drive shafts fitted; this would result in wheel bearing damage. If the vehicle does have to be moved, always note the following points: |
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| Fit an outer joint in place of the drive shaft. |
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| Tighten the outer joint to 200 Nm. |
| Do not let drive shaft hang down under its own weight when performing repair work, as otherwise excessive bending could damage inner CV joint. |
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