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Axle Shaft Assembly



Rear Drive Axles, Servicing

Drive Axles, Removing And Installing

Tightening torques:

M14, drive axle to wheel hub 115 Nm +180°
Use new bolt!

M16, drive axle to wheel hub 190 Nm +180°
Use new bolt!

Drive axle to joint flange M8 40 Nm
M10, drive axle to joint flange 70 Nm
Bolts for heat shield 25 Nm