Note: All self-locking bolts and nuts must be replaced!
Removal and installation
Front Suspension Lower Wishbone Installation Details
1. The installation details of the front suspension lower control arm are shown in the illustration, to which all references in the text refer.
2. Remove the front suspension torsion springs (see Section Removal and installation the brake booster and the BAS diaphragm stroke sensor).
3. Remove the steering knuckle (see Chapter Transmission line).
4. On models equipped with xenon headlights, remove the front ride level adjuster connecting rod (95b).
5. Disconnect the torsion bar (28) from the lower transverse arm (4) (see Section Removal and installation the master brake cylinder).
6. After loosening the fasteners, disconnect the lower arm (4) from the subframe.
7. Release the tie rod at the rear end of the lever and lower the bearing holder (4d).
8. Carefully examine the lever for signs of mechanical damage; if necessary, prepare a replacement.
9. Installation is carried out in the reverse order - the final tightening of the lever fastening elements is carried out after lowering the car to the ground.
10. Finally, adjust the suspension geometry.
Replacing the bushing
Replacing the front bushing of the lower control arm of the front suspension
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1. Illustrative material on replacing the front axle bushing of the lower wishbone is presented in the illustration, to which all references in the text refer.
2. Remove the lower arm (4) (see above).
3. Using the support bushing (012r) and the drift (012n), press the rubber bushing (4k) out of the lever axle holder.
4. The new bushing is installed in a similar manner, using in addition to the tools used during removal (012n and 012r) mandrels (012p).
5. Replace the lever (see above).