| I - | → Chapter „Assembly overview - drive shaft, constant velocity joint VL100“ |
| II - | → Chapter „Assembly overview - drive shaft, constant velocity joint VL107“ |
| III - | → Chapter „Assembly overview - drive shaft, triple roller joint AAR3300i“ |
| Distinguishing between drive shafts when installed |
| VL100 | VL107 | AAR3300i inserted | AAR3300i bolted | |
| Diameter of inner joint in mm | 100 | 107 | - | - |
| Cover between inner joint and drive flange | - | X | - | - |
| Inner joint pushed into gearbox (only automatic gearbox) | - | - | X | - |
Drive shaft
Assembly overview - drive shaft, constant velocity joint VL100Contact corrosion
Contact corrosion can occur if unsuitable fasteners (bolts,
nuts, washers, etc.) are used.
Therefore, only fastening elements with a special surface
coating are installed in the vehicle.
In addition, rubber and plastic p ...
Removing and installing gas strut
Removing
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Open and support bonnet.
WARNING
Proceed with care if gas strut is reused. Spring clip must
not be levered completely out of ball socket, as it will
otherwise be damaged. Gas strut will spring ou ...
General description
Caution
If excessive force is exerted on sockets without
illumination, the retaining sleeve may be damaged.
Only illuminated sockets (cigarette lighter) can be
removed with the pull ...