Remove/install pinion housing with drive pinion - AR33.30-P-0469SYZ

MODEL 204.08/09/28/29/98, 212.08/09/28/29, 218.39

MODEL 216, 221 with 4MATIC

Fig 1: Identifying Pinion Housing With Drive Pinion Components

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	Remove/install
	Absolute cleanliness is essential when working on the front axle transmission (1). Even minute dirt particles can prevent the front axle transmission (1) from functioning correctly
1	Detach propeller shaft from front axle transmission (1)	It is essential to observe the tightening torque. Failure to do so will result in noises and vibrations in the front axle transmission.
		Model 216, 221	AR41.10-P-0070SYZ
		Model 204	AR41.10-P-0070CWX
		Model 218 Model 212	AR41.10-P-0070EWX
2	Drain oil out of front axle transmission (1)		*BA33.30-P-1008-03G
3	Remove bolts (2S)		*BA33.30-P-1004-03G
4	Pull pinion housing (2) out of front axle transmission (1)	Replace the sealing ring (2d). The milled area (f) must face upward to ensure oil flow in the pinion housing.	AR33.30-P-0469-01SYZ
			*602589003300
			*221589043300
5	Fill front axle transmission (1) with oil via opening in pinion housing	The front axle transmission does not have an oil filler hole and must be filled via the opening in the pinion housing.
		Model 216, 221	*BF33.30-P-1001-03C
		Model 204, 212, 218	*BF33.30-P-1001-03F
	Universal hypoid gear oils (SAE 85 W-90)	Sheet 235.7	BB00.40-P-0235-07A
6	Install in the reverse order
	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
7	Perform engine test run and check front axle transmission (1) for leaks and that it is functioning correctly

FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION

Number	Designation		Model 204	Model 212
BA33.30-P-1004-03G	Collar bolt, retaining collar to front axle gear	Nm	55	55
BA33.30-P-1008-03G	Oil drain screw, front axle gear	Nm	20	20

FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION

Number	Designation		Model 216	Model 218
BA33.30-P-1004-03G	Collar bolt, retaining collar to front axle gear	Nm	55	55
BA33.30-P-1008-03G	Oil drain screw, front axle gear	Nm	20	20

FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION

Number	Designation		Model 221
BA33.30-P-1004-03G	Collar bolt, retaining collar to front axle gear	Nm	55
BA33.30-P-1008-03G	Oil drain screw, front axle gear	Nm	20

FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION

Number	Designation			Model 216 with 4MATIC	Model 221 with 4MATIC
BF33.30-P-1001-03C	Hypoid gear	oil Filling capacity	Liters	0.6	0.6
		Specifications for service products	Sheet	BB00.40-P-0235-07A	BB00.40-P-0235-07A

FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION

Number	Designation			Model 204	Model 212	Model 218
BF33.30-P-1001-03F	Hypoid gear oil	Filling capacity	Liters	0.6	0.6	0.6
		Specifications for Operating Fluids	Sheet	BB00.40-P-0235-07A	BB00.40-P-0235-07A	BB00.40-P-0235-07A

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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