31 00... Front axle + steering: wheel/chassis alignment check must be carried out after the following work

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Fig 1: Identifying Front Axle Support, Steering Gear, Swivel Bearing, Lower Wishbone, Track Rod And Track Rod End

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WHEEL/CHASSIS ALIGNMENT CHECK must be carried out after the following work:
- Release of following screw/bolt connections:
  - Steering gear to front axle carrier
  - Lower wishbone to front axle support
  - Track rod end to track rod
- Replacement of following parts:
  1. Front axle support
  2. Steering gear
  3. Swivel bearing
  4. Track rod end
  5. Lower control arm / rubber mount
  6. Track rod
  7. Gaiter (if the tie rod end has to be screwed off)