E 320 4MATIC Sedan (210.082) V6-3.2L (112.941) (1999)
Rear Knuckle Alignment Link: Service and Repair
Remove/install Track Rod, Replace Rubber Mount
Model 210 Illustrated
CAUTION: Installation: Replace self-locking nuts
DANGER:
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Risk of fatal accident from vehicle slipping or toppling off the lift 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.
Check rear axle tracking and adjust if necessary
NOTE: Following installation
4
Track rod
CAUTION:
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Do not damage rubber boot.
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The rear axle shaft must be horizontal when tightening the nuts
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Clean grease off ball head bolt and beveled seat in wheel carrier.
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Press ball head bolt into cone, hold with Alien wrench if necessary.
4a
Cam bolt
NOTE: Installed position: Mark cam bolt relative to rear axle carrier (arrow)
4B Rubber mount on track rod
NOTE: If necessary after checking, Remove and install rubber mount on track rod
20a Detach, attach bracket, If present
20B Unclip, clip in rear axle speed sensor line, If present
NOTE: Right-hand side additional line for brake pad wear indicator.