Remove/install front axle shafts - AR33.30-P-0620SYZ

MODEL 216, 221 with 4MATIC 

Fig 1: Identifying Impact Extractor, Extraction Tool And Front Axle Shaft

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	Removing
	Absolute cleanliness is essential when working on the front axle differential. Even minute dirt particles can prevent the front axle differential from functioning correctly
1	Remove steering knuckle		AR33.25-P-0400SYZ
2	Pull out front axle shaft (1) using impact extractor (02) and extraction tool (03)
			*221589043300
			*602589003300
	Install
3	Replace radial sealing ring	When removing right front axle shaft (1)	AR33.30-P-0540SYZ
4	Insert assembly tool into radial sealing ring	When removing right front axle shaft (1) The radial sealing ring will otherwise be damaged by the splined profile of the front axle shaft (1).	*221589019800
5	Press in front axle shaft (1)	Replace locking ring. Remove the assembly tool from the radial sealing ring before fully pressing in the right front axle shaft (1).
6	Install steering knuckle		AR33.25-P-0400SYZ

Fig 2: Identifying Impact Extractor (602 589 00 33 00)

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Fig 3: Identifying Extraction Tool (221 589 04 33 00)

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Fig 4: Identifying Assembly Tool (221 589 01 98 00)

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