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

MODEL 221, 216 with 4MATIC 

Fig 1: Identifying Front Axle 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.
		Installation:  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.	*129589012100
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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