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Axle (ZF AP 420R)
2. If necessary (according to the version),
install hex. head screws into the drive
flange bores and press the dust shield on
the collar of the drive flange.
3. Insert the drive pinion into the axle carrier
and assemble the heated inner bearing
race until contact is obtained.
4. Guide drive flange over the drive pinion
splines.
5. Install washer and tighten slotted nut until
the required rolling resistance is obtained.
NOTE:
When tightening, make several
full revolutions of the drive
pinion in both directions, and
check the rolling resistance
continuously.
NOTE:
See “Special Tools” on page 15.
6. Remove slotted nut, pull off drive flange
and remove the pinion again.
Figure 162
Figure 163
Figure 164