E 320 4MATIC Wagon (211.282) V6-3.2L (112.954) (2003)
Shift Linkage: Service and Repair
AR27.60-P-0990T Remove/Install and Set Shift Rod
Remove/Install
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.
NOTE:
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The vehicle must be horizontal
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Park vehicle on two or four-column lift platform or over inspection pit.
1
Move selector lever to position "D".
2
Remove bottom section of soundproofing capsule
NOTE: Only rear part.
3
Unclip locking plate (1a) and detach shift rod (2) at range selector lever (3).
NOTE: Use a screwdriver to release plates.
4
Remove locking plate (1) and detach shift rod (2) at intermediate lever (4).
NOTE: Remove locking plate from shift rod by pulling vertically downwards with needle nose pliers.
5
Take out shift rod (2).
Inspecting
6
Inspect locking plates (1a, 1b) and bushes (5).
NOTE: Inspect for wear and deformation, if necessary: Install new locking plates and bushes.
7
Install in the reverse order
Adjusting
8
Unscrew grub screw (6) from rod head (7).
9
Move selector lever and range selector lever (3) into position "D".