Check Condition Of Rear Axle And Control Arms - AP35.20-P-3552H

Model 118, 177, 247 

with code U55 (Multi-link axle) 

except code U54 (Compound-link axle) 

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Shown on model 177.045 with code M005 (4MATIC) 

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Shown on model 177.045 with code M005 (4MATIC) 

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Shown on model 177.045 with code M005 (4MATIC) 

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Shown on model 177.045 with code M005 (4MATIC) 

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	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	Release parking brake.
2	Lift vehicle with lifting platform.
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	Check
3	Assess the wheel bearings by firmly tugging, pushing and turning at the wheels.	If problems occur, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
4	Check spring links (1) for cracks, deformation and corrosion.	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 spring link elastomer bearings (2) for cracks, deformation and wear as well as for play by firmly pulling and pushing.	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.
6	Check tie rods (3) for cracks, deformation and corrosion.	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 tie rod elastomer bearings (4) for cracks, deformation and wear, also for play by firmly pulling and pressing.	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 longitudinal members (5) for cracks, deformation and corrosion.	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 longitudinal member elastomer bearings (6) for cracks, deformation and wear as well as play by firmly pulling and pushing.	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 camber struts (10) for cracks, deformation and corrosion.	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 camber strut elastomer bearings (11) for cracks, deformation and wear as well as play by firmly pulling and pushing.	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.
12	Check shift rails (12) for cracks, deformation and corrosion.	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 shift rail elastomer bearings (13) for cracks, deformation and wear, also for play by firmly pulling and pushing.	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 stabilizer bar (14) for cracks, deformation and corrosion.	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.
15	Check stabilizer bar bushings (15) for cracks, deformation and wear as well as play by firmly pulling and pushing.	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.
16	Check rear axle carrier (7) for cracks, deformation and corrosion.	If problems occur, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
17	Check rear axle carrier elastomer bearings (8) for cracks, deformation and wear.	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.
18	Check level sensor linkage (21) for correct seating, cracks, deformation, corrosion and play.	Vehicle with level sensor linkage. 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.
19	Check rear axle differential elastomer bearings (9) for cracks, deformation and wear.	Model 177 with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive) with code U55 (Multi-link axle) except code U54 (Compound-link axle) 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.
20	Check rear axle shafts (20) for cracks, deformation, corrosion as well as play by firmly pulling and pushing.	Model 177 with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive) with code U55 (Multi-link axle) except code U54 (Compound-link axle) 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.
21	Check outer drive shaft boots (17) for condition, leaktightness and correct seating.	Model 177 with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive) with code U55 (Multi-link axle) except code U54 (Compound-link axle) 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.
22	Check inner drive shaft boots (18) for condition, leaktightness and correct seating.	Model 177 with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive) with code U55 (Multi-link axle) except code U54 (Compound-link axle) 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.
23	Check clamps (19) for cracks, deformation, corrosion and correct seating.	Model 177 with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive) with code U55 (Multi-link axle) except code U54 (Compound-link axle) 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
24	Lower vehicle with vehicle lift.
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