E 300D (210.020) L6-3.0L DSL (606.912) (1996)
1
Remove supporting joint
2
Remove upper transverse control arm
3
Move the ball pin in all directions with a approximately 150 mm long pipe
NOTE: The ball pin should move without play and without seizing, and should not cause any grinding noises
4
Check boot (7f, 8f)
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Check for cracks and damage if necessary replace supporting joint and/or upper transverse control arm
5
Install supporting joint
6
Install upper control arm
With Joint Removed
With Joint Removed
NOTE:
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With following joint removed
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Numbers in parentheses ( ) indicate a component or tool in the associated illustration.
Move ball pivot in all directions with a tube approx. 150 mm in length
it should be possible to move the ball pivot without any play and without jamming or creaking noises
If the boot is leaking, replace supporting joint
Check boot (7f, 8f) for cracks and damage.
With Joint Installed