C 240 4MATIC Wagon (203.281) V6-2.6L (112.916) (2003)
Center Support: Removal and Replacement
AR41.10-P-0100P Remove/Install Intermediate Bearing and Grooved Ball Bearing
Shown On 2-Part Propeller Shaft
DANGER:
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Lethal injuries are possible if vehicle slips off of lifting platform
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Align vehicle between the columns of the lifting platform and position the four support plates at the lifting platform support points
specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
1
Remove propeller shaft
2
Separate propeller shaft with splined shaft mount (1a) from propeller shaft with splined shaft journal (2)
NOTE:
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Three-part propeller shaft has two splines.
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Installation: Coat splined shaft profile with Molykote grease.
3
Pull rubber sleeve (4a) off propeller shaft with splined shaft mount (1a)
NOTE: Installation: Replace damaged rubber sleeve (4a) and ensure that new rubber sleeve is seated correctly.
4
Pull off rubber mount (7) with grooved ball bearing (8) and front protective cap.
NOTE:
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Replace damaged rubber mount (7).
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Installation: Press rubber mount (7) with grooved ball bearing (8) onto linkage arm.
5
Press out grooved ball bearing (8) at rubber mount (7) of propeller shaft.
6
Install in the reverse order