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Check All Visible Parts Of Vehicle Underside For Damage And Fluid Loss - AP00.20-P-0054M

Model 223 except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version) 

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Shown on model 223.130 except code Z07 (B7 armoring for special protection version), except code 490 (Electrohydraulic suspension), except code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive) 

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Shown on model 223.163 with code 490 (Electrohydraulic suspension), with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive), except code Z07 (B7 armoring for special protection version) 

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Shown on model 223.130 except code Z07 (B7 armoring for special protection version), except code 490 (Electrohydraulic suspension), except code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive) 

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
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
WARNING Risk of injury  from engine start by remote start function Prior to starting work, open engine hood, do not reach into rotation range or hazard area of freely rotating parts, wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes AS00.00-Z-0024-01A
WARNING Risk of injury  due to fan starting unexpectedly Do not reach into the rotation area or danger zone of the fan. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. AS20.40-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  General information on vehicles with high-voltage on-board electrical system and/or lithium-ion battery and/or gaseous-fuel drive system as well as personal protective equipment   AH00.00-Z-0300-01A
Notice  Notes on battery   AH54.10-P-0001-01A
  Notes on evaluating leakages   AH00.00-P-0011-01KOA
  Preparatory tasks     
1 Lift vehicle with vehicle lift.    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR     AR00.60-P-1006A 
INSPECT Check     
2 Check underfloor paneling for damage from driving over obstacles or from bottoming damage. If it is suspected that there is damage from driving over obstacles or bottoming,

Check front axle steering for mechanical damage.
If the front axle steering is mechanically damaged,

replace front axle steering for safety reasons.
IMPORTANT After obtaining special order.
 
REMOVING Remove     
3 Remove front engine compartment lining (1), center engine compartment lining (2) and rear engine compartment lining (3).    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR     AR61.20-P-1105S
4 Remove rear underfloor paneling (4). Model 223 with code 201 (Rear axle steering)
except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version)
Model 223 with code 216 (Rear axle steering with large angle)
except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version)
Model 223 with code 490 (Electrohydraulic suspension)
except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version)
AR61.30-P-1001S
INSPECT Check     
5 Check visible systems, component parts, lines and hoses of the drive train on the underfloor for damage, correct routing, fluid loss, correct mounting and corrosion. IMPORTANT Brake system, Spring elements, Shock absorber, Suspension lines and sensors, Front axle steering, Front axle, Engine and mounted major assemblies, Engine and transmission suspension, Cooling system, Heater and A/C system, Body reinforcements, Automatic transmission, Exhaust system, Exhaust aftertreatment, Actuator motors of exhaust gas flaps, Heat shields, Rear axle, Rear axle shafts with boots, Rear axle differential, Fuel system.
If problems are determined,

rectify the problems.
IMPORTANT After obtaining special order.
 
6 Check visible systems, component parts, lines and hoses on the underfloor for damage, correct routing, fluid loss, correct mounting and corrosion. Equipment-dependent.
IMPORTANT Inerting system, 48 V components, Stationary heater, Boots of front axle shafts (4MATIC), Electrohydraulic components, Front axle transmission (4MATIC), Transfer case (4MATIC), Rear axle steering.
If problems are determined,

rectify the problems.
IMPORTANT After obtaining special order.
 
7 Check underfloor and visible component parts on underfloor for damage, routing, mounting and corrosion. IMPORTANT Wheel well trim
Underfloor paneling, Underfloor.
If problems are determined,

rectify the problems.
IMPORTANT After obtaining special order.
 
8 Check visible body panels for corrosion and deformation. IMPORTANT Wheel well body panels, Front axle carrier, Rear axle carrier, Chassis steering arms,
Underfloor body panels,
Body reinforcements.
If problems are determined,

proceed in accordance with the country-specific regulations for mobility and body shell complaints.
IMPORTANT After obtaining special order.
 
INSTALLING Install     
9 Install rear underfloor paneling (4). Model 223 with code 201 (Rear axle steering)
except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version)
Model 223 with code 216 (Rear axle steering with large angle)
except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version)
Model 223 with code 490 (Electrohydraulic suspension)
except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version)
 
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR     AR61.30-P-1001S
10 Install front engine compartment lining (1), center engine compartment lining (2) and rear engine compartment lining (3).    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR     AR61.20-P-1105S