300TE (124.090) L6-3.0L (103.983) (1989)
in models prior to production phase-in as of model year 1986. Always install the mounts in pairs.
Figure 1
Repair Note:
When installing the rubber mounts, the kidney-shaped recesses must face in driving direction (arrow, Figure 1). The mounts are
respectively marked for left and right sides.
Parts Information
Technical Service Bulletin # 35_061
Date: 890201
Axle - Rear Carrier Rubber Mounts Modified
TO:
OUR MERCEDES-BENZ PASSENGER CAR DEALERS
DATE:
February 1989
REF. NO. 35/61
SUBJECT:
MODIFIED RUBBER MOUNTS ON REAR AXLE CARRIER MODEL 124
Hydraulically dampened rubber mounts for the front mounting point of the rear axle carrier mounting were phased into production between May and
August 1987 production (depending upon model).
Effective Serial End Number
As of
Model
Chassis End No.
124.026/030/050/090
A 517570
124.193
F 041830
124.133
A 560900
FIGURE 1
A Previous version rubber mount, metal rim coated w/black rubber B Modified
version rubber mount, flanged aluminum rim
To ensure a good seating of the rubber mount, use only the approved rubber lubricant Naphtolen, DO NOT USE PASTE.