CLK 320 Cabriolet (208.465) V6-3.2L (112.940) (2000)
DANGER:
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Lethal injuries are possible if vehicle slips off of lifting platform
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Align vehicle between the columns of the hydraulic hoist and position the four support plates below the hoist support points specified by
the vehicle manufacturer.
NOTE: Springs; general background information.
1
Raise vehicle.
2
Remove rear-suspension switch for rollover bar.
3
Remove track control arm shield (72c).
4
Remove transverse link (69).
NOTE: Installation: Replace self-locking bolt (69a, 69b).
5
Unsnap wire for brake-pad wear indicator from track control arm (72) (arrows).
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Vehicles with ASR Code 471
CAUTION: Installation: Ensure that wiring harness is properly routed
6
Install clamping plates (01b, 01c).
7
Raise track control arm (72).
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Raise until the rear halfshaft is almost completely horizontal.
8
Install spring compressor (01a).
DANGER:
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Risk of injury from jamming or bruises when working on springs or spring bosses which are tensioned
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Use only approved tensioning devices; additionally shield off hazardous area if necessary.
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Inspect special tools for damage and proper operation (visual inspection).
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Wear protective gloves.
9
Compress rear spring.
10
Release track control arm (72).
CAUTION: Installation: Replace self-locking nut (72b), installing with the rear halfshaft in a virtually horizontal attitude.
11
Remove rear spring (73) with rubber bushing (74).
NOTE: After replacing the rear spring or rubber bushing, Check and correct headlamp adjustment
12
Reverse the removal sequence to install.