In the models mentioned above, front axle side shaft from different suppliers may be installed, depending on the build status.
Only the repair kit that matches the manufacturer may be used.
Any use of an incorrect repair kit may lead to damage to the components.
A corresponding note is available in the EPC.
To determine the correct repair kit part numbers for the axle boot, the following differentiating characteristics are listed below:
Supplier A
Differentiating characteristics for determining correct repair kit part numbers:
The shaft is painted dull black.
The clamps (2a, 2b) are painted over.
The seal boot cap (1) on the inner ball joint has been painted over.
1 | Cup seal boot cap |
2a | Large clamp |
2b | Small clamp |
3 | External ball joint |
P33.30-2184-04
Supplier B
Differentiating characteristics for determining correct repair kit part numbers:
The shaft is painted in high-gloss black.
The clamps (2a, 2b) are not painted over.
The seal boot cap (1) on the inner ball joint has not been painted over.
1 | Cup seal boot cap |
2a | Large clamp |
2b | Small clamp |
3 | External ball joint |
P33.30-2185-04