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Visual Inspection of the Centre Bearing

Checking Cardan Flange

Visual Inspection of the centre bearing

Information

- The convoluted air bellows on the cardan shafts may be damaged be external influences, e.g. during off-road driving or similar use.

- Result: loss of a large amount of grease, dirt can get into the universal joint.

- Premature replacement of the cardan shaft may be necessary.

1. Check the convoluted air bellows on the centre bearing for damage. To do this, gradually turn the cardan shaft by 180 degrees.