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33 12 530Adjusting backlash (with checking backlash) Core activity

(-)Removing shaft sealing ring of wheel axle from housing
Use a small screwdriver to remove circlip (1). Pry out shaft sealing ring (2).

(-)Adjusting shims
Separate the housing cover from the rear-wheel drive and lift it just far enough to permit removal of the shims. Use only compressed air for cleaning. Use a micrometer to measure the thickness of the shims and make a note of the thickness. Warning Risk of injury from the sharp-edged layers of the shims. Work carefully when removing layers: use a sharp tool and if possible, wear gloves. If backlash as measured beforehand is excessive, remove the appropriate number of layers.

Technical data Coating thickness, shim 0.05mm 4 coats on each side, each coat

If backlash as measured beforehand is insufficient, install thicker shims or fit new shims. Two or more shims can be combined. Remove layers accordingly to obtain the correct overall thickness.

Technical data Coating thickness, shim 4 coats on each 0.05mm

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side, each coat Press in the housing cover until flush and tighten the screws.

Tightening torques Housing cover to final drive housing M8 x 30 Tighten in diagonally opposite sequence 30Nm Recheck backlash after correcting the number of shims.

(-)Installing shaft sealing ring of wheel axle in housing

Oil sealing lip of shaft sealing ring (1) and its friction face.

Consumables/lubricants Castrol SAF-XO Transmission oil

Drive in shaft sealing ring (1) until seated with drift (No. 33 1 892).

Install circlip (2), making sure that it is correctly seated. Install cover (3).

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