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Remove/Install Inserted Rear Axle Shaft - AR35.30-P-0621MFC

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Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 139, 260, 282, 654 

with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive) 

MODIFICATION NOTES

26.11.2019 Document completely revised.    
13.02.2020 Rear axle differential filling capacity Model 118 (except 118.353/354/653/654) model 177 (except 177.053/054) model 247 (except 247.753/754) BF35.31-P-1001-02F

Shown on model 177 with engine 260 

Fig 1: Rear Axle Shaft Components Location - Model 118 With Engine 139, 260 With Code M005 (Shown On Model 177 With Engine 260)
G16049155Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
G16049156Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on model 177 with engine 139 with removed exhaust system 

Illustration shows right rear axle shaft 

G16049157Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
CAUTION Risk of injury  to skin and eyes due to handling of transmission oil. Health risk caused by swallowing transmission oil Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses.
Do not pour transmission oil into beverage bottles.
AS00.40-Z-0001-01A
CAUTION Risk of injury  caused by scraping or cutting body parts on sharp vehicle parts Always wear protective gloves when working on or near sharp and non-deburred vehicle parts.
Deburr repair panels.
AS00.00-Z-0017-01A
Notice  Notes on self-locking nuts and bolts   AH00.00-P-0001-01KOA
  Notes on repair work on suspension components   AH00.00-P-0100-01A
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1 Lift vehicle with vehicle lift. IMPORTANT Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 260, 282, 654 with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive)
Installation:  Only lower vehicle fully after checking transmission oil level in rear axle differential and after leak test.
IMPORTANT Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 139 with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive)
Installation:  Only lower vehicle fully after checking transmission oil level of couplings and after leak test.
AR00.60-P-1006A
2 Remove trim of rear axle carrier. Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 260 with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive) with code U55 (Multi-link axle) except code M016 (Uprated engine)
Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 282, 654 with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive)
with code U55 (Multi-link axle)
AR61.30-P-0050MFA
3 Remove corresponding wheel carrier. Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 139, 260, 282, 654 with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive) with code U55 (Multi-link axle) AR35.20-P-0115MFA 
4.1 Press rear axle shaft (3) out of rear axle housing (2). Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 260, 282, 654
with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive)
SPECIAL TOOL Press-out tool
Fig 2
4.2 Press rear axle shaft (3) out of coupling housing (5) or coupling housing (6). Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 139 with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive)
SPECIAL TOOL Press-out tool
Fig 2
5 Remove rear axle shaft (3).    
6 Remove retaining ring (3s) from rear axle shaft (3). If the rear axle shaft (3) is reused.
IMPORTANT Installation: Install a new retaining ring (3s).
 
INSPECT Check     
7 Check constant velocity joints for play. If the rear axle shaft (3) is reused.
If axial or radial play is present:

Replace rear axle shaft (3).
 
8 Check radial shaft sealing ring for damage and leakage. If damage or leaks are present:

Replace radial shaft sealing ring.
Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 260, 282, 654 with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive)
AR35.30-P-4651MFC 
    Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 139 with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive) AR35.31-P-0542MFC 
9 Install in the reverse order.    
INSPECT Check     
10.1 Check and correct transmission oil level in rear axle differential. Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 260, 282, 654
with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive)
AR35.31-P-0520-08MFC 
    FLUID SPECIFICATION Rear axle differential filling capacity *BF35.31-P-1001-02F 
    Sealant, Omnifit 100H (50 g) *BR00.45-Z-1061-01A 
    Loctite 7063 (400 ml) cleaning spray *BR00.45-Z-1046-04A 
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Filling screw/drain screw to housing cover at front/side *BA35.31-P-1005-07A 
10.2 Check and correct transmission oil level of couplings. Model 118.353/354/653/654, 177.053/054, 247.753/754 with engine 139 with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive)  
REFER TO MAINTENANCE Rear axle - oil change Model 118.353/354/653/654, 177.053/054 with engine 139 with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive) AP35.00-P-3501E 
DANGER Risk of accident  caused by vehicle starting off on its own when jacked up. Risk of injury  caused by rotating parts when working on running engine or drive train. Ensure that jack stands are standing firmly. An authorized person must occupy the driver's seat. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. Do not touch hot or rotating parts. AS00.00-Z-0008-01A
WARNING 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
11.1 Carry out engine test run and check rear axle housing (2) for leak tightness. Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 260, 282, 654
with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive)
 
11.2 Perform engine test run and check coupling housing (5) or coupling housing (6) for leak tightness. Model 118, 177, 247 with engine 139 with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive)  
12 Lower vehicle.   AR00.60-P-1006A
REAR AXLE GEAR

Number Designation Model 118 Model 177
BA35.31-P-1005-07A Filling screw/drain screw to housing cover at front/side Nm 35 35
REAR AXLE GEAR

Number Designation Model 247
BA35.31-P-1005-07A Filling screw/drain screw to housing cover at front/side Nm 35
REAR AXLE GEAR

Number Designation Model 118 (except 118.353/354/653/654) Model 177 (except 177.053/054) Model 247 (except 247.753/754)
BF35.31-P-1001-02F Rear axle differential filling capacity Rear axle differential 150 Liter 0, 6
Specified gear oils - overview   BB00.40-P-0231-01A
Approved axle gear oils   BB00.40-P-0235A
Fig 2: Identifying Press-Out Tool (245 589 00 33 00)
G10250438Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
REPAIR MATERIALS

Number Designation Order number
BR00.45-Z-1046-04A Loctite 7063 (400 ml) cleaning spray A 001 986 71 71 09
BR00.45-Z-1061-01A Sealant, Omnifit 100H (50 g) A 002 989 23 71