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Check vehicle level at front and rear axle with electronic inclinometer, adjust if necessary - AR40.20-P-0301CW

MODEL 172, 204, 207 

Fig 1: Identifying Inclinometer And Measuring Sensor
G07532956Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on model 204.0 without 4MATIC, measuring point 2 on right front cross strut (17) (old version) 

Fig 2: Identifying Measuring Sensor, Connecting Cable And Cross Strut
G07532957Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on model 204.0 without 4MATIC, measuring point 2 on right front cross strut (17b) (new version) 

Fig 3: Identifying Cross Strut And Measuring Sensor
G07532958Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on model 204.9 with 4MATIC, measuring point 2 on right front cross strut (17) 

Fig 4: Identifying Measuring Sensor, Connecting Cable And Cross Strut
G07532959Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on model 204.0 without 4MATIC, measuring point 4 on right rear axle shaft (65) 

Fig 5: Identifying Measuring Sensor, Connecting Cable And Rear Axle Strut
G07532960Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
INSPECT Checking     
1 Carry out preconditions and tests for vehicle level measurement   AR40.00-P-0202A
2 Clean measuring points IMPORTANT This prevents any measuring errors.  
3 Mount measuring sensor (086a) on cross strut (17) and read off vehicle level on inclinometer (086) NOTES The connecting cable of the measuring sensor (086b) must face the center of the vehicle. The measurement will otherwise be incorrect.
IMPORTANT Measure vehicle level at
  • Measuring point 1 (left front) and
  • measuring point 2 (right front) and store measured values.

Model 204.08/09/28/29/9:
Mount the measuring sensor (086a) roughly in the center of the cross strut (17).
Model 204 except 204.08/09/28/29/9 with old cross strut (17):
Mount the measuring sensor (086a) between the cast-in humps (arrows).
Model 204 except 204.08/09/28/29/9 with new cross strut (17b), model 172, 207:
To prevent the measuring sensor (086a) from lying against the cross strut (17b) and therefore to prevent incorrect measurement, the measuring sensor (086a) must be placed between the cast-in bumps (arrows) and pressed toward the wheel. The measuring sensor (086a) must rest against the outboard bump (arrow).		  
    Model 172 *BE40.20-P-1002-02D 
    Model 204, 207
Electronic inclinometer		 *BE40.20-P-1001-02P 
  Cross strut (17b) modified Model 204 except 204.08/09/28/29/9. BT33.15-P-0050-01CW
4 Mount the measuring sensor (086a) on rear axle shaft (65) and read off vehicle level on the inclinometer (086) NOTES The connecting cable of the measuring sensor (086b) must face the center of the vehicle. The measurement will otherwise be incorrect.
IMPORTANT Measure vehicle level at
  • Measuring point 3 (left front) and
  • measuring point 4 (right front) and store measured values.
  
    Model 172 *BE40.20-P-1002-03T 
    Model 204, 207 *BE40.20-P-1001-03P 
5 Check the maximum permissible difference in vehicle level between the left and right side of the vehicle IMPORTANT The specified test tolerance applies only when checking the vehicle level but not for calibration.
If the vehicle level at the front or rear axle is out of tolerance, the springs and spring-rubber mounts must be checked for signs of wear and damage.
Permissible difference in vehicle level at front axle between right and left sides of the vehicle:		  
    Model 172 *BE40.20-P-1003-02D 
    Model 204, 207 *BE40.20-P-1002-02P 
    Permissible difference in vehicle level at rear axle between right and left sides of the vehicle:  
    Model 172 *BE40.20-P-1003-03T 
    Model 204, 207 *BE40.20-P-1002-03P 
6 Check and correct the adjustment of the headlamps Only if the vehicle level was adjusted.  
    Model 172 AP82.10-P-8260V
    Model 204 AP82.10-P-8260CW
    Model 207 AP82.10-P-8260EW
VEHICLE LEVEL - FRONT AXLE

Number  Designation      Model 172 except code 483/486  Model 172 with code 483/486 
BE40.20-P-1002-02D Vehicle level - front axle   ∠° +3.3 (±1.5) +1.7 (±1.5)
BE40.20-P-1003-02D Permissible difference in vehicle level between right and left sides of the vehicle When checking ∠° 0.8 0.8
    When calibrating with Star Diagnosis ∠° - -
CHECK VALUES FOR VEHICLE LEVEL AT FRONT AXLE

Number  Designation    ∠° Model 204.0/2 except AMG, 4MATIC, with code 485, 677 with cross strut old version  Model 204.0/2 except AMG, 4MATIC, with code 485, 677 with cross strut new version 
BE40.20-P-1001-02P Vehicle level - front axle   ∠° +6.7 (±1.6) +8.3 (±1.6)
BE40.20-P-1002-02P Permissible difference in vehicle level between right and left side of vehicle When checking ∠° 0.8 0.8
    When calibrating with Star Diagnosis ∠° - -
CHECK VALUES FOR VEHICLE LEVEL AT FRONT AXLE

Number  Designation      Model 204.0/2 except AMG, 4MATIC, with code 482 with cross strut old version  Model 204.0/2 except AMG, 4MATIC, with code 482 with cross strut new version 
BE40.20-P-1001-02P Vehicle level - front axle   ∠° +9.1 (±1.6) +10.6 (±1.6)
BE40.20-P-1002-02P Permissible difference in vehicle ∠° level between right and left side of vehicle When checking ∠° 0.8 0.8
    When calibrating with Star Diagnosis ∠° - -
CHECK VALUES FOR VEHICLE LEVEL AT FRONT AXLE

Number  Designation      Model 204.0/2 except AMG, 4MATIC, with code 483, 486 with cross strut old version  Model 204.0/2 except AMG, 4MATIC, with code 483, 486 with cross strut new version 
BE40.20-P-1001-02P Vehicle level - front axle   ∠° +4.3 (±1.6) +5.9 (±1.6)
BE40.20-P-1002-02P Permissible difference in vehicle level between right and left side of vehicle When checking ∠° 0.8 0.8
    When calibrating with Star Diagnosis ∠° - -
CHECK VALUES FOR VEHICLE LEVEL AT FRONT AXLE

Number  Designation      Model 204.0/2 4MATIC with code 485, 677  Model 204.0/2 4MATIC with code 486 
BE40.20-P-1001-02P Vehicle level - front axle   ∠° +3.6 (±1.6) +0.9 (±1.6)
BE40.20-P-1002-02P Permissible difference in vehicle level between right and left side of vehicle When checking ∠° 0.8 0.8
    When calibrating with Star Diagnosis ∠° - -
CHECK VALUES FOR VEHICLE LEVEL AT FRONT AXLE

Number  Designation      Model 204.0/2 AMG  Model 204.9 without code 486, 494 
BE40.20-P-1001-02P Vehicle level - front axle   ∠° +6.4 (±1.6) +8.2 (±1.6)
BE40.20-P-1002-02P Permissible difference in vehicle level between right and left side of vehicle When checking ∠° 0.8 0.8
    When calibrating with Star Diagnosis ∠° - -
CHECK VALUES FOR VEHICLE LEVEL AT FRONT AXLE

Number  Designation      Model 204.9 ECE with code 486  Model 204.9 USA with code 486, 494 
BE40.20-P-1001-02P Vehicle level - front axle   ∠° +5.0 (±1.6) +8.2 (±1.6)
BE40.20-P-1002-02P Permissible difference in vehicle level between right and left side of vehicle When checking ∠° 0.8 0.8
    When calibrating with Star Diagnosis ∠° - -
CHECK VALUES FOR VEHICLE LEVEL AT FRONT AXLE

Number  Designation      Model 207 
BE40.20-P-1001-02P Vehicle level - front axle   ∠° +4.1 (±1.5)
BE40.20-P-1002-02P Permissible difference in vehicle level between right and left side of vehicle When checking ∠° 0.8
    When calibrating with Star Diagnosis ∠° -
VEHICLE LEVEL - REAR AXLE

Number  Designation      Model 172 except code 483/486  Model 172 with code 483/486 
BE40.20-P-1002-03T Vehicle level - rear axle   ∠° +1.9 (±1.0) +1.0 (±1.0)
BE40.20-P-1003-03T Permissible difference in vehicle level between right and left sides of the vehicle When checking ∠° 0.5 0.5
    When calibrating with Star Diagnosis ∠° - -
CHECK VALUES FOR REAR AXLE VEHICLE LEVEL CONTROL

Number  Designation      Model 204.0/2 except AMG, 4MATIC with code 485, 677  Model 204.0/2 except AMG, 4MATIC with code 482 
BE40.20-P-1001-03P Vehicle level - rear axle   ∠° +2.0 (±1.0) +3.5 (±1.0)
BE40.20-P-1002-03P Permissible difference in vehicle level between right and left side of vehicle When checking ∠° 0.5 0.5
    When calibrating with Star Diagnosis ∠° - -
CHECK VALUES FOR REAR AXLE VEHICLE LEVEL CONTROL

Number  Designation      Model 204.0/2 except AMG, 4MATIC with code 483, 486  Model 204.0/2 AMG 
BE40.20-P-1001-03P Vehicle level - rear axle   ∠° +0.5 (±1.0) +0.7 (±1.0)
BE40.20-P-1002-03P Permissible difference in vehicle level between right and left side of vehicle When checking ∠° 0.5 0.5
    When calibrating with Star Diagnosis ∠° - -
CHECK VALUES FOR REAR AXLE VEHICLE LEVEL CONTROL

Number  Designation      Model 204.0/2 4MATIC with code 485, 677  Model 204.0/2 4MATIC with code 486 
BE40.20-P-1001-03P Vehicle level - rear axle   ∠° +1.9 (±1.0) +0.2 (±1.0)
BE40.20-P-1002-03P Permissible difference in vehicle level between right and left side of vehicle When checking ∠° 0.5 0.5
    When calibrating with Star Diagnosis ∠° - -
CHECK VALUES FOR REAR AXLE VEHICLE LEVEL CONTROL

Number  Designation      Model 204.9 without code 486, 494  Model 204.9 ECE with code 486 
BE40.20-P-1001-03P Vehicle level - rear axle   ∠° +3.8 (±1.0) +1.8 (±1.0)
BE40.20-P-1002-03P Permissible difference in vehicle level between right and left side of vehicle When checking ∠° 0.8 0.8
    When calibrating with Star Diagnosis ∠° - -
CHECK VALUES FOR REAR AXLE VEHICLE LEVEL CONTROL

Number  Designation      Model 204.9 USA with code 486, 494  Model 207 
BE40.20-P-1001-03P Vehicle level - rear axle   ∠° +3.8 (±1.0) 0 (±1.0)
BE40.20-P-1002-03P Permissible difference in vehicle level between right and left side of vehicle When checking ∠° 0.8 0.5
    When calibrating with Star Diagnosis ∠° - -
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