Remove/install rear spring - AR32.20-P-0230GW

MODEL 463 as of model year 2013/facelift 2012 

Illustrated on right side of vehicle 

Fig 1: Rear Spring Remove/Install Components - Illustrated On Right Side Of Vehicle

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Fig 2: Rear Spring Remove/Install Components (1 Of 2)

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Fig 3: Rear Spring Remove/Install Components (2 Of 2)

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	Remove/install
	Risk of poisoning  caused by swallowing brake fluid. Risk of injury  caused by brake fluid coming into contact with skin and eyes	Only pour brake fluid into suitable and appropriately marked containers. Wear protective clothing and eye protection when handling brake fluid.	AS42.50-Z-0001-01A
	Notes on self-locking nuts and bolts		AH00.00-N-0001-01A
	Notes on repairs to brake system		AH42.00-P-0003-01A
	Brake fluid notes		AH42.50-P-0001-01A
1	Lift/jack up vehicle		AR00.60-P-1000G
2	Remove rear wheels
3	Detach linkage from headlamp range adjustment level sensor on trailing arm	When removing spring on left side.
4	Support rear axle and secure to prevent it from falling down
5	Detach brake and hydraulic lines (4) from rear axle	Seal connections immediately with stop plugs. The brake fluid expansion reservoir must not run empty. Otherwise difficulties may be encountered when bleeding. Dripping brake fluid causes paint damage.
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6	Detach electrical lines (7) at brackets
7	Unscrew nuts (1) from dampers (2)		*BA32.25-P-1001-03E
8	Pull bolts out of dampers (2)
9	Lower rear axle	Only lower rear axle far enough to enable the rear spring (3) to be removed.
10	Remove rear spring (3)	Check plastic hose (6) on rear spring (3) for signs of damage and replace if necessary. Ensure rear spring (3) is seated correctly.
11	Install in the reverse order
12	Bleed brake system and check for proper operation and leaktightness		AR42.10-P-0010GW
13	Bleed differential lock hydraulic system		AR33.40-P-0701GW

Fig 4: Identifying Set Of Stop Plugs (129 589 00 91 00)

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