Check Condition Of Elements For Shock Absorption And Springing - AP32.25-P-3255B

Model 217 

except code 487 (Active Body Control (ABC)) 

Model 222 

except code 487 (Active Body Control (ABC)) 

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on model 222 except code 487 (Active Body Control (ABC)) 

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on model 222 except code 487 (Active Body Control (ABC)) 

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on model 222 with code Z07 (Highest protection) and except code 487 (Active Body Control (ABC)) 

	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
	Risk of injury.  Moving parts can pinch, crush or, in extreme cases even sever extremities.	No parts of the body or limbs should be within the operating area of mechanical components when moving components.	AS00.00-Z-0009-01A
	Preparatory activity
1	Lift vehicle with lifting platform.
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	Check
2	Check front shock absorbers (2) for leaks.		AP32.00-P-3255-01A
		If necessary, use commercially available devices/tools.  Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1 If problems occur, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
3	Check front air springs (4) for damage and leaks.	If necessary, use commercially available devices/tools.  Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1 If problems occur, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
4	Check that front boots (5) are correctly seated and are not damaged.	If necessary, use commercially available devices/tools.  Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1 If problems occur, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
5	Check front elastomer bearings (1) for cracks, deformation and wear; also check for play by firmly pulling and pushing on front shock absorbers (2).		AP32.00-P-3255-01A
		If necessary, use commercially available devices/tools.  Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1 The front elastomer bearings (1) must be seated with zero clearance in the housing eye and they may not be cracked or damaged. If problems occur, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
6	Check front electrical connectors (12) for damage and correct seating on front shock absorbers (2).	If necessary, use commercially available devices/tools.  Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1 If problems occur, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
7	Check front electric lines (3) for damage, routing and mounting.	If necessary, use commercially available devices/tools.  Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1 If problems occur, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
8	Check rear shock absorbers (8) for leaks.		AP32.00-P-3255-01A
		If necessary, use commercially available devices/tools.  Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1 If problems occur, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
9	Check rear air springs (10) for damage and leaks.	If necessary, use commercially available devices/tools.  Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1 If problems occur, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
10	Check that rear boots (9) are correctly seated and are not damaged.	If necessary, use commercially available devices/tools.  Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1 If problems occur, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
11	Check rear elastomer bearings (11) for cracks deformation and wear; also check for play by firmly pulling and pushing on rear shock absorbers (8).		AP32.00-P-3255-01A
		If necessary, use commercially available devices/tools.  Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1 The rear elastomer bearings (11) must be seated with zero clearance in the housing eye and they may not be cracked or damaged. If problems occur, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
12	Check rear electrical connectors (6) for damage and correct seating on rear shock absorbers (8).	If necessary, use commercially available devices/tools.  Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1 If problems occur, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
13	Check rear electric lines (7) for damage, routing and mounting.	If necessary, use commercially available devices/tools.  Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1 If problems occur, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
14	Check that rear steel springs (20) are not damaged and are correctly seated in spring retainers (21).	Model 222 with code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version) except code 487 (Active Body Control (ABC)) Model 222 with code Z19 (Pullman government sedan) except code 487 (Active Body Control (ABC)) Model 222 with code Z31 (Pullman Guard government sedan) except code 487 (Active Body Control (ABC)) If necessary, use commercially available devices/tools.  Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1 If problems occur, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
	Finishing activity
15	Lower vehicle with vehicle lift.
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