Mercedes-Benz ML320. Manual — part 472

BT27.50-P-0011-01A

Friction bearing in sun wheel of rear planet
gear set converted to anti-friction bearing

Transmission 722.6

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TRANSMISSION 722.60# /61# /660 /662 /664 /665 /69# ## as of 1572721 as of 1.6.99,
722.62# /63# /650 /654 /661 /663 /666 /669 ## as of 1574575 as of 2.6.99

P27.50-2046-11

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Anti-friction bearing

45d Freewheel
45e Sun gear with inner plate carrier K3, rear planet set

The friction bearing bush in the sun gear (45e) has been replaced
with an anti-friction bearing (1).
This improves the bearing of the hollow shaft and the freewheel (45d)
is no longer worn away by the friction bearing bush.

Copyright DaimlerChrysler AG 28.05.2006 CD-Ausgabe G/10/04 . This WIS print-out will not be recorded by Modification services.

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1998-2005 DRIVELINE/AXLES

Front Axle - 163 Chassis

TESTING & REPAIR

TESTING AND REPAIR WORK: PASSENGER CARS: FRONT AXLE - AR33.00-Z-9163AA

MODEL 163

ATTACH ENGINE SUPPORT BRACKET AND RAISE ENGINE - AR33.10-P-0100-01BV

Workshop equipment

Removing and installing front axle

MODELS
163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175

AR33.10-P-
0100GH

Remove/install rubber bushes of front
axle transmission mounting

MODEL
163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175

AR33.10-P-
0120GH

Remove/install front axle half

MODEL
163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175

AR33.10-P-
0200GH

Remove/install front axle shaft flange
and double-row angular ball bearing

MODEL
163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175

AR33.20-P-
0315GH

Checking follower joint of steering
knuckle mount (installed)

MODEL
163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175

AR33.20-P-
0426GH

Replace supporting joint

MODEL
163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175

AR33.20-P-
0440GH

Removing and installing upper
wishbone

MODEL
163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175

AR33.20-P-
0500GH

Remove/install lower wishbone

MODEL
163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175

AR33.20-P-
0510GH

Replace front bearing of lower
wishbone

MODEL
163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175

AR33.20-P-
0526GH

Removing and installing steering
knuckle

MODEL
163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175

AR33.25-P-
0400GH

Remove/install front axle gear

MODEL
163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175

AR33.30-P-
0525GH

Replace shaft seal on drive pinion

MODEL
163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175

AR33.30-P-
0530GH

Remove/install radial shaft seal at front
axle gear of front axle shaft

MODEL
163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175

AR33.30-P-
0545GH

Remove/install front axle shafts

MODEL
163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175

AR33.30-P-
0620GH

Replace rubber boots on front axle shaft

MODEL
163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175

AR33.30-P-
0660GH

WE58.40-Z-1007-11A

Engine lifting fixture

2001 Mercedes-Benz ML320

1998-2005 DRIVELINE/AXLES Front Axle - 163 Chassis

2001 Mercedes-Benz ML320

1998-2005 DRIVELINE/AXLES Front Axle - 163 Chassis

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The engine support bracket (1) is positioned with its support surfaces resting on the left and right-side

fenders' inside seams (arrows).

During installation it is important to proceed with caution to avoid damage to the vehicle paintwork.

1. Lift engine by the front suspension hook.

Shown on model 163 with engine 112.942

Fig. 1: Identifying Engine Support Bracket - Shown On Model 163 With Engine 112.942

SUPPORTING FRONT AXLE CARRIER WITH INSPECTION PIT OR ASSEMBLY LIFT - AR33.10-P-0100-03GH

Workshop equipment

1. Support front axle with axle removal device (070) and inspection pit or assembly lift. Ensure that the

guide pin (arrow) is inserted in the front axle carrier.

Lower the front axle carefully; ensure that no cables and lines are trapped in between.

WE58.40-Z-1019-11A

Removal fixture for axles

2001 Mercedes-Benz ML320

1998-2005 DRIVELINE/AXLES Front Axle - 163 Chassis

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Fig. 2: Identifying Supporting Front Axle And Pin

REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT AXLE - AR33.10-P-0100GH

MODELS 163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175

2001 Mercedes-Benz ML320

1998-2005 DRIVELINE/AXLES Front Axle - 163 Chassis

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