SL 600 (129.076) V12-6.0L (120.983) (1997)
Constant Velocity Joint: Service and Repair
Disassemble, Check and Clean Joint Assembly
Inner
DISASSEMBLE
1. Mark relative positions of CV joint race, hub and ball cage before dismantling using an electroscriber or whetstone
2. Swivel joint hub with ball cage and remove balls one by one
3. Remove joint hub with ball cage from joint race
4. Swivel hub through 90° to ball cage and remove
CHECKING CV JOINT
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Check ball tracks at joint race, hub, ball cage and balls for pitting and signs of wear (arrows)
NOTE:
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If these parts show signs of serious wear, then the entire CV joint assembly must be replaced
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Flat spots and marks caused by the balls themselves are no reason to replace the CV joint
ASSEMBLE