CLK 320 Cabriolet (208.465) V6-3.2L (112.940) (2000)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
Bolt-In Design AR35.30-P-0620A Remove/Install Rear Axle Shaft
Removing, Installing Rear Axle Shaft
Shown On Model 140
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Remove exhaust system as from flange connection
2
Remove exhaust system at pipe connection
3
Remove cable guide
4
Detach control rod at level control or level
5
Remove cover of fuel pump assembly
6
Remove twelve-point collared nut of rear axle shaft
NOTE: Installation: Replace twelve-point collared nut
7
Remove rear wheel
8
Push rear axle shaft out of rear axle shaft flange
CAUTION: Do not damage rubber sleeves or rotor for speed sensor
DANGER:
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Risk of fatal accident if vehicle slips off of lifting platform
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Align vehicle between the columns of the lifting platform and position the four support plates at the lifting platform support points
specified by the vehicle manufacturer
9
Detach rear axle shafts (37) from connecting flange
NOTE:
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Move rear axle shaft so that is roughly horizontal, push together and remove from connecting flange angled downwards
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When slackening locking bolts ensure that screwdriver bit is inserted correctly into multi-point or hexagon profile, clean if necessary
CAUTION:
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To avoid damaging the wheel bearing, the vehicle must not be moved on its wheel with the rear axle shaft removed
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Installation: Replace self-locking multi-point/hexagon socket head bolts or torx bolts and shims
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Lightly oil bolts at thread and bolt head contact surface.
10
Check constant velocity joints, rubber boots and end cover for leaks and damage
CAUTION:
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If outside constant velocity joint is defective, replace complete rear axle shaft
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If inner constant velocity joint is defective or if rubber boots and end covers are damaged or leaking, replace appropriate parts
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Removing and installing inner constant velocity joint or rubber boots on rear axle shaft
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Install in the reverse order