CLK 320 (208.365) V6-3.2L (112.940) (1999)
Center Link: Service and Repair
Removing And Installing Drag Link
CAUTION: Installation Replace self-locking nuts and bolts
1
Detach steering shock absorber (46) from drag link (11)
2
Unscrew nuts of drag link (11)
3
Press tie rod joint out of steering knuckle
4
Press off drag link (11) on pitman arm and steering idler arm using puller (053).
NOTE: Installation: Clean grease off tapers and press ball joints firmly into steering arm.
5
Press off drag link (11) on pitman arm and steering idler arm using thrust piece (046) and puller (044)
NOTE: Installation: Clean grease off tapers and press ball joints firmly into steering arm
6
Check joints for play and damaged rubber boot
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Replace drag link if necessary