33 32 071 Replacing an Upper Wishbone

33 32 071 Replacing one upper control arm





Note:
If the control arm is detached from the rear axle carrier, it is necessary after reinstallation to carry out a wheel/chassis alignment check.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
^ Remove rear wheel

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 33 32 6AZ.

Installation:

If necessary, raise brake disk in drive flange area with workshop jack.





Replace screw.





Important!
Make sure during installation that in the connection area to the wheel carrier the tapered end of the bearing bushing (of the rubber mount) points in the direction of the wheel carrier.





Release nut (1) and remove screw towards front.

Tightening torque 33 32 5AZ.

Unclip line holder (3) for pulse generator or brake pad sensor on control arm.

Remove control arm (2).

Installation:

Bolt head points in direction of travel.

Replace self-locking nut.

After installation:





^ Perform chassis alignment check

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