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Remove/Install Engine With Front Axle Carrier - AR01.10-P-2500MLJ

MODEL 166, 292 with ENGINE 157, 278 

MODIFICATION NOTES

29.08.2017 Sequence of operation steps revised. Operation steps 1 to 6.  
29.08.2017 Instruction supplemented. Operation step 3.  
29.08.2017 Document reference supplemented. Operation steps 31, 36 and 37.  
29.08.2017 Special tools supplemented. Operation steps 17, 25 and 31.  

Shown on model 166 

G11974961
G11974962

Shown on model 166 with engine 157 

G11974963

Shown on model 166 

G11974964
CAUTION Risk of injury  to skin and eyes due to handling of engine oil. Risk of poisoning  caused by swallowing engine oil Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses.
Do not fill engine oil into beverage containers.
AS18.00-Z-0001-01A
WARNING Risk of injury  to skin or eyes from hydraulic fluid spraying out under pressure. Risk of poisoning  from swallowing hydraulic fluid. Depressurize hydraulic system completely before starting any work on it. Wear protective clothing and safety glasses. AS00.00-Z-0013-01A
  Risk of explosion  caused by fuel igniting, risk of poisoning caused by inhaling and swallowing fuel as well as risk of injury to eyes and skin caused by contact with fuel. No fires, sparks, open flames or smoking. Pour fuels into suitable and appropriately marked containers only.
Wear protective clothing when handling fuel.
AS47.00-Z-0001-01A
  Risk of death  caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform. Align vehicle between vehicle lift columns and position the four support plates at the vehicle lift support points specified by the vehicle manufacturer. AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
WARNING Risk of injury  . Skin or eye injuries may result when handling hot or glowing objects. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses, if necessary. AS00.00-Z-0002-01A
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
  Notes on self-locking nuts and bolts   AH00.00-N-0001-01A
  Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge   AH54.00-P-0001-01A
  Notes on avoiding damage through contamination and foreign objects   AH00.00-P-5000-01A
Topical note Notes on coolant   AH20.00-N-2080-01A
Topical note Notes on active roll stabilization Model 166, 292 with engine 157, 278
with code 468 (ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM)
AH32.34-P-0001-01A
  Note on calculation of tightening torque when using insertion or socket tools with various effective lengths   AH00.00-P-0015-01CW
  Use of engine no. when installing reconditioned engines and factory-new replacement engines or crankcases   AH01.10-P-0001-01A 
  General information on work on gasoline direct injection system   AH07.00-P-2000-01A
  Notes on AIRmatic Model 166, 292 with engine 157, 278 with code 489 (AIRMATIC) AH32.22-P-1000-02GZ
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1 Deactivate easy entry/exit feature Model 166, 292 with engine 157, 278
with code 275 (Memory package)
 
2 Turn front wheels to straight-ahead position and fix steering wheel in place with holding device SPECIAL TOOL Retainer device Figure
3 Secure vehicle against rolling away, shift transmission to neutral position and release parking brake    
4 Secure vehicle on vehicle lift   AR00.60-P-0100GZ
5
REFER TO SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS
Relieve all pressure in front suspension struts with diagnostic system Model 166, 292 with engine 157, 278
with code 489 (AIRMATIC)
AD00.00-P-2000-04A
6 Disconnect battery ground line   AR54.10-P-0003GZ
7 Remove upper engine covers INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Do not install upper engine covers until after the leak test.  
8 Remove engine compartment paneling INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Only install lower engine compartment paneling after leak test. AR61.30-P-1001GQ
9 Remove right and left part of firewall    
10 Drain off coolant Drain coolant from low-temperature circuit AR09.41-P-6834MLJ
Drain off coolant AR20.00-P-1142GQ
11 Remove fan unit   AR20.40-P-5050MLJ
12 Remove right air inlet box upper section (6) on the right   AR82.30-P-6400GZ
13 Pinch off engine wiring harness   AR01.00-P-2410-02MLJ 
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Nut, circuit 30 in prefuse box *BA54.10-P-1002-01C 
14 Remove coolant hose (21) at switchover valve (22) of stationary heater and unclip at longitudinal member Model 166, 292 with engine 157, 278
with code 228 (Auxiliary heater)
SPECIAL TOOL Hose clamp pliers
Figure
15 Remove coolant line (45) from thermostat housing   AR20.20-P-7441-01RQ
16 Remove coolant hose from heat exchanger at partition SPECIAL TOOL Hose clamp pliers Figure
17 Release and disconnect bleed line (13) at separating point   AR20.20-P-7441-01RQ
18 Remove coolant hose (15) at oil filter housing SPECIAL TOOL Hose clamp pliers Figure
19 Remove coolant line (14) at expansion reservoir SPECIAL TOOL Hose clamp pliers Figure
20 Remove coolant hose (10) SPECIAL TOOL Hose clamp pliers Figure
21 Remove coolant hose (18) at additional radiator in wheel arch   AR20.20-P-7441-01RQ
22 Remove coolant hose at coolant line (11)   AR20.20-P-7441-01RQ
23 Remove coolant line (12) at cooler   AR20.20-P-7441-01RQ
24 Remove lines (19) from additional oil cooler Model 166, 292 with engine 157
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Install new sealing rings.
AR20.20-P-7441-01RQ
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Model 166, 292 with engine 157 Bolt, oil cooler line to oil cooler *BA18.30-P-1004-01G 
25 Release and disconnect purge line (5), place to one side and seal openings with suitable stop plugs SPECIAL TOOL Record plug Figure
26 Remove vacuum line (4) at brake booster Model 166, 292 with engine 157, 278
Model 166, 292 with engine 278
AR43.10-P-0355GQ
27 Remove engine management control unit   AR07.08-P-7008MLJ
28 Suction off hydraulic fluid from expansion reservoir for Active Roll Stabilization Model 166, 292 with engine 157, 278
with code 468 (ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM)
SPECIAL TOOL Hand pump
Fig 1
29 Remove hose from oil line (17) Model 166, 292 with engine 157, 278
with code 468 (ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM)
SPECIAL TOOL Hose clamp pliers
Figure
30 Remove ground line at refrigerant compressor   AR83.55-P-5300GQ
31 Remove refrigerant lines at condenser and at engine compartment separating point and seal openings with suitable stop plugs   AR83.30-P-6540GQ
REFER TO CAPACITIES & SPECIFICATIONS Compressor oils (specification 362.1) INSTALLATION NOTES
Use new sealing rings. Wet all threads and sealing rings with compressor oil.
Refrigerant can otherwise escape.
BB00.40-P-0362-01A
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Nut, high-pressure line to condenser/engine compartment connecting point/expansion valve *BA83.30-P-1009-01J 
    SPECIAL TOOL Record plug Figure
32 Remove steering coupling (3) NOTES
Do not turn steering wheel when steering coupling (3) is removed.
Otherwise the clock spring contact will be destroyed.
AR46.10-P-8000GQ
33 Remove bleed line of front axle differential at heat shield    
34 Remove front sections for front fender liner (20)   AR88.10-P-1310GQ
35 Remove underfloor panelings (36, 44)   AR61.30-P-1001GQ
36 Disconnect high-pressure line (32) at separating point, remove frame floor assembly and seal openings with suitable stop plugs Model 166, 292 with engine 157, 278
with code 468 (ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM)
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Replace seal.
AR32.00-P-0001-01A
    SPECIAL TOOL Detaching tool Figure
    SPECIAL TOOL Record plug Figure
    SPECIAL TOOL Detaching tool Figure
37 Disconnect low-pressure line (31) at connecting point and close off openings with stop plugs Model 166, 292 with engine 157, 278
with code 468 (ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM)
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Replace seal.
AR32.00-P-0001-01A
    SPECIAL TOOL Detaching tool Figure
    SPECIAL TOOL Record plug Figure
    SPECIAL TOOL Detaching tool Figure
38 Remove oil lines (23, 25) of transmission at thermostat (24) Model 166 with engine 278 with transmission 722.9
Model 166, 292 with engine 157 with transmission 722.9
Model 292 with engine 278 with transmission 725.0
AR27.55-P-0600GQ
39 Remove air duct segments for engine mount cooling (16) on left and right at cooler    
40 Unclip brake lines at left and right steering knuckle (29)    
41 Remove electric line for brake pad contact sensor at right brake caliper and unclip at right steering knuckle (29) and place to one side    
42 Remove left and right brake caliper (28) at steering knuckles (29) and secure against falling down   AR42.10-P-0070GZ
43 Remove rpm sensors at steering knuckles (29), unclip from bracket and place to one side   AR42.30-P-0712GZ
44 Remove upper transverse control arms at steering knuckles (29)   AR33.25-P-0400GZ
45 Remove suspension struts at lower control arms (30)   AR32.25-P-1017GQ
46 Remove heat shield (40) at transfer case (39) Model 166 with engine 157, 278 with transmission all
with code 430 (On & off-road package)
Model 292 with engine 157 with transmission 722.90
with code 430 (On & off-road package)
Model 292 with engine 278 with transmission 725.0
with code 430 (On & off-road package)
AR28.10-P-0100GQ
47 Release and disconnect electrical connectors at transfer case (39) Model 166 with engine 157, 278 with transmission all
with code 430 (On & off-road package)
Model 292 with engine 157 with transmission 722.90
with code 430 (On & off-road package)
Model 292 with engine 278 with transmission 725.0
with code 430 (On & off-road package)
AR28.10-P-0100GQ
48 Remove propeller shaft (41) at transmission output flange of transfer case (39) Tightening procedure for rear propeller shaft to transfer case AR41.10-P-0050-17GZ
Topical note Notes on threaded connections fastened using a tightening angle-based tightening process   AH00.00-P-0020-01A
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Self-locking screw/bolt of propeller shaft at transfer case/adapter housing (to rear axle) *BA41.10-P-1001-01F 
    SPECIAL TOOL Retainer wrench Fig 3
49 Remove left and right catalytic converters (38)   AR49.10-P-5500MLJ
50 Remove screws of stiffening plates (33) at longitudinal members IMPORTANT Do not remove screws (27) of front axle carrier (26) at frame floor assembly.
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bolt, stiffening plate to longitudinal member
*BA33.10-P-1002-01I 
51 Remove stiffening plates (37, 43) If installed.
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bolt, stiffening plate to body
*BA33.10-P-1003-01I 
52 Relieve fuel pressure over diagnostic socket   AR07.03-P-1460-01VA
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Protective cap on service valve *BA07.03-P-1007-01E 
    SPECIAL TOOL Pressure hose Figure
53 Detach fuel line at diagnostic socket and close off openings with suitable stop plugs TORQUE SPECIFICATION Fuel line union nut on service valve *BA07.03-P-1008-01E 
    SPECIAL TOOL Record plug Figure
54 Support front axle carrier (26) with lifting platform and mounting plates and secure entire engine-transmission unit with suitable means against slipping and falling down    
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 03 62 00 Lifting platform IMPORTANT When doing so ensure that mounting plates are evenly aligned.
IMPORTANT Aid of helper required.
WS01.00-P-0091A
55 Remove rear engine crossmember (35) with the rear engine mount   AR22.10-P-1180GQ
56 Remove screws (27) of front axle carrier (26) from longitudinal members   AR33.10-P-0100GQ
Topical note Notes on bolted connections with self tapping screws   AH00.00-P-0007-01SF
57 Lower engine transmission unit and front axle carrier (26)    
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 03 62 00 Lifting platform NOTES
Do not crush or kink or subject lines to tension.
Engine-transmission unit may not be in contact with body.
Otherwise damage can occur to lines and detachable parts.
IMPORTANT A helper is required.
WS01.00-P-0091A
58 Install in the reverse order    
  Concluding tasks     
59 Fill and bleed ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM Model 166, 292 with engine 157, 278
with code 468 (ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM)
AR32.34-P-0021GQ
60 Check engine oil level and correct    
REFER TO MAINTENANCE     AP18.00-P-1811MP
61 Check transmission oil level and correct if necessary Model 166 with engine 278 with transmission 722.9
Model 166, 292 with engine 157 with transmission 722.9
AR27.00-P-0270W
    Model 166, 292 with engine 278 with transmission 725.0
up to model year 2015
AR27.00-P-0270EWM
    Model 166, 292 with engine 278 with transmission 725.0
as of model year 2015
AR27.00-P-0270EWN
WARNING Risk of burn injuries  , suffocation and poisoning when working on the exhaust system and the components connected to it. Risk of suffocation and risk of poisoning caused by inhalation of gaseous and solid components of the exhaust. Risk of poisoning  caused by skin contact with solid components of the exhaust. Wear protective clothing and safety glasses. Use the extraction system. Move people out of the hazard area. AS49.00-Z-0001-01A
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
62 Perform engine test run; as part of this check engine, transmission and radiator package for proper operation and leak tightness    
INJECTION NOZZLES, INJECTION VALVES, LINES

Number Designation Engine 157 Engine 278
BA07.03-P-1007-01E Protective cap on service valve Plastic Nm 2 2
Metal Nm 15 15
INJECTION NOZZLES, INJECTION VALVES, LINES

Number Designation Engine 157 Engine 278
BA07.03-P-1008-01E Fuel line union nut on service valve Nm 24 24
OIL COOLING SYSTEM

Number Designation Engine 157
BA18.30-P-1004-01G Bolt, oil cooler line to oil cooler Nm 9
FRONT AXLE CARRIER

Number Designation Model 166 Model 292
BA33.10-P-1002-01I Bolt, stiffening plate to longitudinal member M10 Nm 60 60
FRONT AXLE CARRIER

Number Designation Model 166 Model 292
BA33.10-P-1003-01I Bolt, stiffening plate to body M8 Nm 20 20
PROPELLER SHAFT

Number Designation Model 166 Model 292
BA41.10-P-1001-01F Self-locking screw/bolt of propeller shaft at transfer case/adapter housing (to rear axle) Stage 1 Nm 40 40
Stage 2 ∠° 90 90
BATTERY

Number Designation Model 166 Model 292
BA54.10-P-1002-01C Nut, circuit 30 in prefuse box Nm 15 15
AIR CONDITIONING

Number Designation Model 166 Model 292
BA83.30-P-1009-01J Nut, high-pressure line to condenser/engine compartment connecting point/expansion valve Nm 8 8
Fig 1: Identifying Hand Pump (210 589 00 71 00)
G07742725Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Fig 2: Identifying Hose Clamp Pliers (003 589 03 37 00)
G11065562Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Fig 3: Identifying Retainer Wrench (164 589 02 07 00)
G07212216Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Fig 4: Identifying Retainer Device (129 589 01 21 00)
G12078799Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Fig 5: Identifying Detaching Tool (221 589 01 33 00)
G12078800Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Fig 6: Identifying Detaching Tool (230 589 01 33 00)
G12078801Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Fig 7: Identifying Record Plug (129 589 00 91 00)
G11065549Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Fig 8: Identifying Pressure Hose (119 589 04 63 00)
G12078803Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA