600SEL (140.057) V12-6.0L (120.980) (1993)
Subframe: Service and Repair
Removing and installing complete rear axle
NOTE: Numbers in parentheses ( ) indicate a component or tool in the associated illustration.
REMOVAL
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Refer to the illustration above and the information below when removing the complete rear suspension
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Remove exhaust system complete, refer to Exhaust System
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Remove rear spring, refer to Coil Spring, Suspension
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On models with without level control/ADS, remove and install rear shock absorber, refer to Shock Absorber
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On models with level control/ADS, depressurize suspension system
WARNING
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Risk of injury to skin or eyes from pressurized hydraulic fluid spraying out.
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Risk of poisoning from swallowing hydraulic fluid.
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On models with level control/ADS, remove and install rear spring struts
NOTE:
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Before starting work on the hydraulic system, depressurize the system.
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Wear protective clothing and safety glasses.
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Remove rear axle distributor connector (x62/8)
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On all models, using open end wrench tool No. 126 589 00 01 00, or equivalent, loosen the propeller shaft clamping nut(106c)
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Disconnect propeller shaft center bearing (106a), then remove the shaft (106)
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Remove the parking brake automatic slack adjuster(110b), refer to Brakes and Traction Control
WARNING:
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Risk of poisoning due to consuming brake fluid.
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Risk of injury due to brake fluid contacting skin and eyes
NOTE:
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Only pour brake fluid into suitable, appropriately marked containers.
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Wear protective clothing and safety glasses when handling brake fluid.
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Disconnect brake hoses between chassis and crossmember
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Cap and seal lines, hoses and fittings
WARNING:
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Risk of explosion due to vapors igniting
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Risk of poisoning from inhaling fuel vapors and swallowing fuel
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Risk of injury due do fuel coming into contact with the skin and eyes
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Fire, sparks, naked flame and smoking forbidden