SLK 230 (170.449) L4-2.3L SC (111.983) (2001)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
AR35.31-P-0540D Replace Seal Ring on Connecting Flange of Rear Axle Shaft
Replace Radial Seal Ring On Connecting Flange Of Rear Axle Shaft
1
Drain rear axle oil
2
Remove rear axle center assembly (50)
3
Clamp rear axle center assembly in assembly stand
4.1 Remove end cover (54) with machined sealing surface
NOTE: Installation: If a replacement part end cover is assembled it is essential to pay attention as to whether the sealing surface is machined or
not. Use suitable sealant Mount end cover: Rear axle center assembly 168 mm Dia in models 170, 202 up to 07.05.00
4.2 Remove end cover (54) with unmachined sealing surface
NOTE: Installation: Attach end cover: Rear axle center assembly 168 mm Dia in models 170, 202 up to 08.05.00
5
Detach circlip (30)
CAUTION: Installation: Replace circlip.
6
Remove connecting flange (33, 33a, 33b)
NOTE:
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Check contact surface for radial sealing ring on connecting flange; if it is severely galled: Replace connecting flange.
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Installation: Check and adjust axial play of connecting flange: It is not necessary to adjust axial play on vehicles with ASD.
7
Detaching grooved ball bearing (33c)
8
Press off radial seal ring (32, 32a, 70j)
NOTE: Installation: Replace radial sealing ring and coat the lip with universal hypoid transmission oil.
9
Replace breather (55) for rear axle center assembly
10
Install in the reverse order
11
Check rear axle center assembly oil level, to at up if necessary