E 320 4MATIC Sedan (211.082) V6-3.2L (112.954) (2004)
Remove
DANGER:
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Risk of death. Death may result if vehicle slips or topples from the 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.
CAUTION: While working on the rear axle care must be taken to ensure that the surface of aluminum components do not get any scratches,
cracks and notches. Otherwise the service life of the parts will be affected
1
Remove rear axle shaft (37)
2
Pry the radial sealing ring out of the rear axle center assembly (50) using a suitable tool
Install
3
Press new radial sealing ring (32a) into the housing by means of a drift (03)
NOTE: Coat lip of radial sealing ring with universal hypoid gear oil.
4
Replace circlip (37o) on inner splined section of rear axle shaft (37)
5
Install rear axle shaft (37).
6
Check oil level in rear axle center assembly and correct if necessary
NOTE: Mixing of old universal hypoid gear oil and the new FE hypoid gear oil should be avoided due to the better fuel economy.
AR35.31-P-0550-08T Pressing Radial Seal Out of Rear Axle Housing
AR35.31-P-0550-08T Pressing radial seal out of rear axle housing