E 350 4MATIC Sedan (211.087) V6-3.5L (272.972) (2006)
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To improve control when slackening the hexagon collared nut, press the shop-made bush into the commercially available socket wrench
bit.
CAUTION: Installation:
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Replace hexagon collared nut and tighten in stages until the friction torque previously measured is achieved.
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Observe minimum tightening torque, if necessary. If tightening torque is not achieved, Replace rear axle center assembly.
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Secure hexagon collared nut on drive pinion joint flange.
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Pull off joint flange (41)
NOTE: Use puller if necessary.
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Lever radial sealing ring (42) out of rear axle center assembly (50) using a suitable tool
CAUTION: Installation: Replace radial sealing ring, coat sealing lip with universal hypoid gear oil and press into rear axle center
assembly using drift.
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Install in the reverse order
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Check rear axle center assembly oil level and correct if necessary
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Activate SBC brake system using STAR DIAGNOSIS
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Use STAR DIAGNOSIS to move brake pads toward brake discs.
AR35.31-P-0545T Replace Radial Seals on Side of Rear Axle Center Assembly
Replace Radial Seal Rings On Side Of Rear Axle Center Assembly
Remove
DANGER:
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Risk of death. Death may result if vehicle slips or topples from the 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.
CAUTION: While working on the rear axle care must be taken to ensure that the surface of aluminum components do not get any scratches,
cracks and notches. Otherwise the service life of the parts will be affected
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Remove rear axle shaft (37)
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Pry the radial sealing ring out of the rear axle center assembly (50) using a suitable tool