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40 Tightening Torques For Front Axle


WM 4000TW Tightening torques for front axle

Technical values













Tightening torques

Suspension subframe









Front-axle suspension subframe

Trailing arm









Front-axle trailing arm





Levelling system

Steering gear









Steering gear

Steering wiring









Steering wiring

Wheel carrier (pivot bearing)





1) Always replace screws and lock nuts after removal.





Wheel carrier (pivot bearing)

Spring strut









Spring strut - Figure 1 (steel spring strut)





Spring strut - Figure 2 (air suspension)

Anti-roll bar / suspension/stabiliser (connecting link)









Anti-roll bar mounting

Anti-roll bar / suspension/stabiliser (connecting link) PDCC





Drive shaft









Drive shaft

Differential










Front-axle differential

Wheel





1) Do not grease screws.