Unsatisfactory handling/straight-line stability (crosswind sensitivity) >100 km/h - AF40.20-P-3111A
MODEL 210.### (except 210.072) #A up to 567546
MODEL 210.### #J
MODEL 210.072 #A up to 567546 except CODE (957a) AMG engineering package
Modification notes
| 20.1.98 | "Remedy" revised and "Parts ordering note" changed |
| Damage code | Cause | Remedy | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 226 28 | Unfavorable accumulation of tolerances. | 1 Attempt to simulate complaint described by customer during initial test drive and evaluate vehicle. | |
| 2 Measure vehicle level, correct if required (attempt to achieve light wedge shape, lower at front). |
AR40.20-P-0301C | ||
| 3 Replace rear axle struts (thrust arms/camber struts and torque struts). | AR35.20-P-0113B | ||
| AR35.20-P-0114B | |||
| 4 Replace upper transverse control arm. |
AR33.20-P-0500C | ||
| 5 Check and adjust play of thrust element in rack-and-pinion steering. |
AR46.20-P-0601A | ||
| 6 Check alignment of vehicle electronically, if not already checked. | AR40.20-P-0200A |
Parts ordering notes
| Part no. | Designation | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 201 350 56 06 | Torque strut (sedan only) | 2 | |
| 210 350 13 06 | Torque strut (T-models only) | 2 | |
| 210 350 00 29 | Torque strut | 2 | |
| 210 350 24 06 | Camber strut | Left | 1 |
| 210 350 25 06 | Camber strut | Right | 1 |
| 210 330 87 07 | Transverse control arm | Left | 1 |
| 210 330 88 07 | Transverse control arm | Right | 1 |
| 210 988 01 28 | Plugs | 1 | |
| 210 463 07 17 | Clamps | 2 | |