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Support swivel bearing with workshop jack and a suitable
mounting.

Release nut (1), remove holder (2) and remove screw.

Installation:

Screw head must point in direction of travel.

Replace self-locking nut.

Tightening torque  31 31 3AZ

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Spread swivel bearing with special tool  31 2 230 .

Lower workshop jack and remove swivel bearing.

Installation:

Keep press fit of swivel gearing and spring strut in lower area
clean and free from oil and grease.

Installation:

Expand swivel bearing with special tool  31 2 230 , align by way
of gap to positioning pins (1) on back of spring strut and raise up
to stop.

Installation:

Make sure swivel bearing contacts stop (1) correctly.

RA  Removing and installing/replacing left or right swivel bearing

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