SLK 320 (170.465) V6-3.2L (112.947) (2002)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
AR35.20-P-0116B Remove/Install Supporting Joint on Wheel Carrier
Removing, Installing Supporting Joint At Wheel Carrier (wheel Carrier Installed)
CAUTION: Installation: Replace self-locking nuts
DANGER:
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Lethal injuries are possible if vehicle slips off of lifting platform
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Align vehicle between the four pillars of the hoist and position the four support plates at the hoist mounting points specified by the vehicle
manufacturer.
1
Unclip line of brake lining wear indicator at spring link, If present
2
Remove spring link (6) at wheel carrier (7)
CAUTION: Installation:The rear axle shaft must be horizontal when tightening the nuts.
3
Press wheel carrier (7) up out of spring link (6)
CAUTION: Installation: Do not damage rubber boots at supporting joint when installing in spring link.
4
Remove supporting joint (7a) at wheel carrier
5
Install in the reverse order