Remove/install front axle - AR33.10-P-0100SYZ

MODEL 221, 216 with 4MATIC 

Fig 1: Identifying Front Axle Remove/Install Components

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	Remove/install
		When working on the front-end assembly, be careful not to scratch, mark or notch the surfaces of aluminum parts. Otherwise the service life of the of the parts will be reduced.
		Only tighten bolts and nuts of the chassis components in the curb condition.
	Notes on self-locking nuts and bolts		AH00.00-N-0001-01A
1	Deactivate easy entry/exit function	Vehicles with memory package (driver seat, steering column, mirrors) code 275	AR54.30-P-1000-02ESX
2	Move front wheels to straight-ahead position and secure steering wheel.	The steering wheel must not be turned when the steering coupling is detached, otherwise the clock spring contact will be destroyed.
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3	Secure vehicle on vehicle lift		AR00.60-P-0100SX
4	Remove air filter housing	Engine 272, 273	AR09.10-P-1150SX
		Engine 642 Engine 276, 278	AR09.10-P-1150SXI
5	Disconnect brake hoses (1) from brake lines		AR42.10-P-0013SX
6	Remove suspension struts (40)		AR32.25-P-1017SYZ
7	From the underside, insert 3 bolts each M8 into the suspension strut supports on the vehicle and secure with nuts	In order to fix the engine lifting device in position.
8	Remove upper transverse control arm (2)		AR33.20-P-0500SX
9	Remove front axle carrier (31)		AR33.10-P-0001SYZ
10	Install in the reverse order

Fig 2: Identifying Holding Device (129 589 01 21 00)

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