300CD (123.153) L5-3.0L DSL Turbo (617.952) (1982)
Vibration Damper: Service and Repair
Note: To reduce wheel assembly noise (whining) of rear axle center piece, the inner joints of the rear axle shaft are provided with split ring-shaped
weights. On model 126.036/037, 107.045/046, 126.032/033 starting September 1981 standard and on model 126.032/033 up to August 1981 optional.
On model 126.02 optional.
Removal and installation of ring-shaped weights are described on one side only.
Removal
1
Loosen hex. socket screws and remove together with self-locking hex. nuts and split ring-shaped weight.
2
Check rubber (28p) in ring-shaped weight halves for cracks and replace, if required.
3
Clean protective sleeve of inner joints along circumference.
Installation
4
Force rubber (28p) into ring-shaped weight halves (28o).