ML 500 (163.175) V8-5.0L (113.965) (2003)
2
Remove plastic wheelhousing liner
3
Remove shield
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Only at left-hand exhaust manifold.
4
Unscrew bolts (11/1) at flange connection of front exhaust system/exhaust manifold
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If bolts are stiff, or thread damaged:
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Replace rivet nuts in exhaust manifold
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Bolts
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Refer to Exhaust Manifold below
5
Unbolt front exhaust system at exhaust bracket at transmission
CAUTION: Installation: Replace nuts.
6
Remove exhaust manifold
CAUTION:
Installation:
Replace nuts (156/1).
Replace gaskets (156/5).
Refer to Exhaust Manifold below
7
Install in the reverse order.
Exhaust Manifold
Wheels
Special Tool