86 10 ... Removing wheel bearing

The angular-contact ball bearings do not require maintenance and have lifetime lubrication. The bearings cannot be readjusted.

Lever out both snap rings (1).

Fig 1: Levering Out Snap Rings

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Installation:

Replace expanded or damaged snap rings (1). Ensure correct seating.

Press out wheel bearing with special tool 24 1 010.

Fig 2: Pressing Out Wheel Bearing

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CAUTION: Do not reuse old wheel bearing.

Place new wheel bearing (1) with lathe-turned end (2) in center of bore in brake drum (3).

Fig 3: Placing New Wheel Bearing

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Installation:

Before pressing in new wheel bearing, check bearing seat for possible damage.

Make sure wheel bearing is not tilted when pressed in.

Press in new wheel bearing (1) with special tool 23 2 150 and 33 1 374.

Fig 4: Pressing In Wheel Bearing

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