C 300 (204.054) V6-3.0L (272.947) (2008)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Procedures
AR41.10-P-0050-05TX Connect Sections of Propeller Shaft
AR41.10-P-0050-05TX Connect sections of propeller shaft
Component Identification
1
Check propeller shaft halves (20a, 20b), thrust plate (1), rubber boot (2) and propeller shaft center support bearing (7) for wear and damage and
replace if necessary.
2
Coat splined profile of rear half of propeller shaft (20b) with long-life grease.
Position of propeller shaft without clamp connection
3
Connect propeller shaft halves (20a, 20b).
The humps of the front half of propeller shaft (20a) must be located between the two humps on the rear half of propeller shaft (20b) (arrows).
Ensure the rubber seal is properly installed.
AR41.10-P-0050-09TX Release Fitting Sleeves on Flex Disks
AR41.10-P-0050-09TX Release fitting sleeves on flex disks
Installed propeller shaft
1.1
Loosen the fitted sleeves of the flexible couplings at the transmission and rear axle center assembly using the drift (shop-made tool).
Only when installed.
Installed propeller shaft