500SEL (126.037) V8-5.0L (117.963) (1984)
Constant Velocity Joint Boot: Service and Repair
EXCHANGING RUBBER SLEEVES ON REAR AXLE SHAFT
Note:
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The complete rear axle shaft can be individually removed. If the sleeves are replaced on both rear axle shafts, removal together with rear axle
center piece is recommended.
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The rubber sleeve of rear axle shaft with large inner joint can be renewed only after disassembly of small joint. If the large inner joint is leaking
e.g. between protective sleeve and spider or on bead between protective sleeve and stop sleeve, the complete rear axle shaft must be renewed,
since no cutting and beading tool is available for the protective and stop sleeve of the large joint.
Disassembly