Replace front crankshaft radial sealing ring - AR03.20-P-3000GZA (ML350, ML550, GL450, GL550)
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ENGINE 272, 273 in MODEL 164, 251
Fig 1: Identifying Belt Pulley / Vibration Damper And Front Crankshaft Radial Sealing Ring Components
| Remove/install | |||
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| 1 | Turn key in ignition lock to position "0" | Press Keyless Go start/stop button repeatedly until ignition is switched off. |
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| 2 | Remove poly-V belt | AR13.20-P-0001GZA | |
| 3 | Install retaining lock for crankshaft/starter ring gear | AR03.30-P-5000GZA | |
| 4 | Remove belt pulley/vibration damper | AR03.30-P-1600GZA | |
| 5 | Press out crankshaft radial sealing ring (5) from mounting bore with a screwdriver | ||
| AR03.20-P-3000-01B | |||
| Fig 2 | |||
| Checking | |||
| 6 | Check contact surface of crankshaft radial sealing ring (5) on hub of belt pulley/vibration damper (2) | Replace belt pulley/vibration damper (2) |
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| 7 | Install in the reverse order | ||
| 8 | Check engine oil level, correct if required. | ||
| Risk of accident caused by vehicle starting off by itself when engine is running. Risk of injury caused by contusions and burns during starting procedure or when working near the engine as it is running | Secure vehicle to prevent it from moving by itself. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. Do not touch hot or rotating parts. |
AS00.00-Z-0005-01A | |
| 9 | Carry out an engine test run and check the engine for leaks |