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Remove/Install Complete Rear Axle - AR35.10-P-0010LWO

Model 238 

MODIFICATION NOTES

28.06.2022 Perform cavity preservation on rear axle carrier. Operation step 21.  
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Shown on model 238 with engine 274 

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Shown on model 238 with engine 274 

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DANGER 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
Notice  Notes on handling, transport and storage of composite brake disks   AH42.10-P-9406-12LF
Notice  Notes on threaded connections fastened using a tightening angle-based tightening process   AH00.00-P-0020-01A
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 Shift transmission to position N or neutral.    
2 Secure vehicle on vehicle lift.   AR00.60-P-0100CW
3 Vent pressure in AIRMATIC system using vehicle diagnosis system. Model 238 with code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL)  
REFER TO SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS     AD00.00-P-2000-06LWO
4 Switch off ignition and store transmitter key outside of transmission range (min. 2 m).    
5 Remove brake caliper with connected brake hoses and hang to one side free of tension.   AR42.10-P-0080LWO
6.1 Release left and right underfloor paneling in area of stop plates (6). Model 238.3 AR61.30-P-1001LWE
6.2 Remove rear diagonal struts. Model 238.4 AR61.10-P-5142LWP
7 Remove trim (1). If installed.  
8 Remove exhaust system. Model 238 with engine 264 AR49.10-P-7142MRH
    Model 238 with engine 656 AR49.10-P-7142OIB
    Model 238 with engine 256.9 AR49.10-P-7142MSA
    Model 238 with engine 654 AR49.10-P-7142OLC
    Model 238 with engine 274.9 AR49.10-P-7142MRC
    Model 238 with engine 276.8 except code 598 (Gasoline particulate filter (OPF) with sensor system) AR49.10-P-7142MND
    Model 238 with engine 642 AR49.10-P-7142OGW
9 Remove propeller shaft from rear axle differential, hang to one side and fix in place.   AR41.10-P-0050LW
10 Remove rear shock absorbers.   AR32.25-P-0110LWO
11 Unscrew screws (2, 3) from rear axle rotational speed sensor. TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bolt, rpm sensor to wheel carrier *BA42.30-P-1001-02K 
12 Remove holders (4) with rear axle rpm sensors and electric lines, hang to one side and fix in place.    
13.1 Remove rear axle springs. Model 238 except code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL) AR32.20-P-0232LWO
13.2 Remove air suspension bellows. Model 238 with code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL) AR32.22-P-1500LWO
14 Unclip electric lines at brackets of level sensors. If installed.  
15 Disconnect electrical connectors from level sensors and swivel electric lines to one side. If installed.  
16 Unclip electric lines for air suspension bellows at rear axle carrier. Model 238 with code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL)  
17 Unscrew screws (5) from stop plates (6). TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bolt, stop plate to body *BA35.10-P-1003-01H 
18 Position lifting platform with support (10) onto rear axle (9) and secure with tensioning strap.    
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 03 62 00 Lifting platform   WS01.00-P-0091A
19 Unscrew screws (7) and remove stop plates (6). NOTES
Do not use an impact wrench.
Otherwise, the threads will be damaged.
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT : Use compressed air to clean thread in frame floor assembly and check for correct seating of threaded inserts.
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Self-locking bolt securing front decoupling element of rear axle carrier to frame floor assembly
*BA35.10-P-1001-01H 
20 Remove bolts (8). NOTES
Do not use an impact wrench.
Otherwise, the threads will be damaged.
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT : Use compressed air to clean thread in frame floor assembly and check for correct seating of threaded inserts.
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Self-locking bolt securing rear decoupling element of rear axle carrier to frame floor assembly
*BA35.10-P-1002-01H 
21 Lower rear axle (9).   AR35.10-P-0010-03A 
Notice  Notes on cavity preservation   AH97.20-P-0001-01B
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 01 72 00 Sealing and corrosion protection gun INSTALLATION IMPORTANT : Perform cavity preservation on rear axle carrier. WS97.00-Z-0002KOB
    Cavity preservation (free of solvents), 1 liter *BR00.45-Z-1003-05A 
22 Install in the reverse order.    
MEASURING Measure     
23 Perform chassis alignment.   AR40.20-P-0200LWO
REAR AXLE CARRIER

Number Designation Model 238
BA35.10-P-1001-01H Self-locking bolt securing front decoupling element of rear axle carrier to frame floor assembly Stage 1 Nm 100
Stage 2: Loosen ∠° 180
Stage 3 Nm 100
Stage 4 ∠° 90
REAR AXLE CARRIER

Number Designation Model 238
BA35.10-P-1002-01H Self-locking bolt securing rear decoupling element of rear axle carrier to frame floor assembly Stage 1 Nm 100
Stage 2: Loosen ∠° 180
Stage 3 Nm 100
Stage 4 ∠° 90
REAR AXLE CARRIER

Number Designation Model 238
BA35.10-P-1003-01H Bolt, stop plate to body Nm 35
REAR AXLE RPM SENSOR

Number Designation Model 238
BA42.30-P-1001-02K Bolt, rpm sensor to wheel carrier Nm 8
REPAIR MATERIALS

Number Designation Order number
BR00.45-Z-1003-05A Cavity preservation (free of solvents), 1 liter A 000 986 72 70 10