C70 L5-2.4L Turbo VIN 63 B5244T7 (2003)
Rear Knuckle Alignment Link: Service and Repair
Rear Axle Link, Replacing
Special Tools: 999 5497, 951 2050
NOTE: The rear axle links must be changed on both sides, one at a time. The description shows the left-hand side being replaced.
Remove the nut from the rear axle link mounting screw in the trailing arm
Tap out the mounting screw
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Use a copper mallet or similar.
On the left-hand side:
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Remove the screw from the sound damper bracket.
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Remove the brake pipe from the two mounting clips.
Remove the screws for the trailing arm bracket
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Leave the bracket hanging from the mounting eyelet for the brake cable.
Lift up the right-hand trailing arm slightly using a mobile jack