Rear axle unit - removal and refitting

Removal

1 Proceed as described in the previous Section, paragraphs 1 to 8 inclusive.

2 Referring to Section 13, disconnect the shock absorber on each side at its lower end.

3 The axle tube and coil spring assemblies can now be lowered and withdrawn from theunderside of the vehicle. Take care not to snag the brake hydraulic lines when removing.

Refitting

4 Refitting is a direct reversal of the removal procedure.

5 Reconnect the shock absorbers at their lower mountings.

6 Note that the special remarks made in paragraph 12 of the previous Section also apply when refitting the axle unit.