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

MODEL 217 with transmission 722.96/97 

MODEL 217 with transmission 725.04/05 

MODEL 222 with transmission 722.96/97 

except code Z07 (Top protection) 

MODEL 222 with transmission 725.04/05 

Shown on model 222 

Fig 1: Front Axle Shafts Remove/Install Components - Shown On Model 222

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Fig 2: Front Axle Shafts Remove/Install Components

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	Notes on avoiding damage through contamination and foreign objects		AH00.00-P-5000-01A
	Notes on repair work on suspension components		AH00.00-P-0100-01A
	Remove
1	Remove steering knuckle	Model 217 with transmission 722.96/97 Model 217 with transmission 725.04/05 Model 222 with transmission 722.96/97 except code Z07 (Top protection) Model 222 with transmission 725.04/05 except code Z07 (Top protection)	AR33.25-P-0400LF
2	Pull out front axle shaft (1) out of front axle transmission using impact extractor (02) and extraction tool (03)	If the left front axle shaft (1) is seized the retaining ring (2) on the intermediate shaft (4) must be removed and then the left front axle shaft (1) can be pulled out with the intermediate shaft (4). Otherwise the oil pan may be damaged. Absolute cleanliness is essential when working on the front axle transmission. Even minute dirt particles can prevent the front axle differential from functioning correctly. Impact extractor	Figure
		Extraction tool	Figure
3	Remove radial shaft sealing ring	When removing right front axle shaft (1).	AR33.30-P-0540LFX
4.1	Remove retaining ring from front axle shaft (1)	When removing right front axle shaft (1).
4.2	Remove retaining ring (1s) from intermediate shaft (4)	When removing the left front axle shaft (1).
	Install
5.1	Install retaining ring (1s) onto intermediate shaft (4)	When installing the left front axle shaft (1). Replace retaining ring (1s) of intermediate shaft (4). Apply light coating of grease to retaining ring (1s). Klueber Microlube GNY 202	*BR00.45-Z-1071-06A
5.2	Install retaining ring for front axle shaft (1)	When installing right front axle shaft (1). Replace retaining ring of front axle shaft (1). Apply light coating of grease to retaining ring. Klueber Microlube GNY 202	*BR00.45-Z-1071-06A
6	Install new radial shaft sealing ring	When installing right front axle shaft (1).	AR33.30-P-0540LFX
7	Press piston into front axle shaft (1) in front axle transmission	Before installation of the left front axle shaft (1) apply light coating of grease to toothing on intermediate shaft (4). Pull off the assembly tool from the radial shaft sealing ring before fully pressing in the right front axle shaft (1). Replace retaining ring. Assembly tool	Fig 4
8	Check dust cap of front axle shaft (1) for damage and cracks, if necessary replace dust cap		AR33.30-P-0690CW
9	Install steering knuckle	Model 217 with transmission 722.96/97 Model 217 with transmission 725.04/05 Model 222 with transmission 722.96/97 except code Z07 (Top protection) Model 222 with transmission 725.04/05 except code Z07 (Top protection)	AR33.25-P-0400LF
	Risk of accident  from vehicle starting off by itself when engine running. Risk of injury (bruises and burns) resulting from working on the engine while it is being started or when it is running.	Secure vehicle to prevent it from starting off by itself. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. Do not touch hot or rotating parts.	AS00.00-Z-0005-01A
10	Perform engine test run and check front axle transmission for leaktightness and function

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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Fig 5: Identifying Impact Extractor (602 589 00 33 00)

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