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Remove/install pinion housing with drive pinion - AR33.30-P-0469SYZ

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MODEL 204.08/09/28/29/38/93/98/99, 207.38 

MODEL 212, 218 with TRANSMISSION 722.97 

MODEL 212.08/09/28/29, 218.39/99 with TRANSMISSION 722.96 

MODEL 216, 221 with TRANSMISSION 722.96 

MODEL 222 with ENGINE 278 with TRANSMISSION 722.96 

Fig 1: Pinion Housing Remove/Install Components
G09976238Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1 Detach propeller shaft from front axle transmission (1) MODEL 216, 221 AR41.10-P-0070SYZ
    MODEL 222 AR41.10-P-0070LFX
    MODEL 204, 207 AR41.10-P-0070CWX
    MODEL 212, 218
INSTALLATION NOTES
Always check tightening torque.
Otherwise there may be noise or vibrations generated in the front axle transmission (1).
AR41.10-P-0070EWX
2 Drain oil out of front axle transmission (1) TORQUE SPECIFICATION Drain screw at front axle transmission *BA33.30-P-1008-03G 
3 Remove screws/bolts (2s) TORQUE SPECIFICATION Collar bolt, retaining collar to front axle transmission *BA33.30-P-1004-03G 
4 Pull pinion housing (2) out of front axle transmission (1) NOTES
Absolute cleanliness is essential when working on the front axle transmission (1).
If this is not ensured, even the smallest dirt particle could prevent the front axle transmission (1) from functioning properly or cause damage.
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Replace sealing ring (2d). The milled area (f) must face upward to ensure oil flow in the pinion housing (2).
AR33.30-P-0469-01SYZ 
    SPECIAL TOOL Impact extractor Figure
    SPECIAL TOOL Extraction tool Figure
5 Fill front axle transmission (1) with oil    
REFER TO CAPACITIES & SPECIFICATIONS Universal hypoid gear oils (specification 235.7)   Universal hypoid gear oils (specification 235.7). MB 235.7/235.74 FE hypoid gear oil A 001 989 33 03/Mobilube FE/FE Plus 75W-85
    NOTES
Absolute cleanliness is essential when working on the front axle transmission (1).
If this is not ensured, even the smallest dirt particle could prevent the front axle transmission (1) from functioning properly or cause damage.
IMPORTANT The front axle transmission (1) does not have an oil filler hole and must be filled via the opening in the pinion housing.
 
    FLUID SPECIFICATION MODEL 216, 221 *BF33.30-P-1001-03C 
    FLUID SPECIFICATION MODEL 222 *BF33.30-P-1001-03F 
    FLUID SPECIFICATION MODEL 204, 207, 212, 218 *BF33.30-P-1001-03F 
6 Install in the reverse order    
INSPECT Check     
DANGER 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
7 Perform engine test run and check front axle transmission (1) for leaks and that it is functioning correctly    
FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION

Number Designation MODEL 204 MODEL 207
BA33.30-P-1004-03G Collar bolt, retaining collar to front axle transmission Nm 55 55
FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION

Number Designation MODEL 212 MODEL 216
BA33.30-P-1004-03G Collar bolt, retaining collar to front axle transmission Nm 55 55
FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION

Number Designation MODEL 218 MODEL 221
BA33.30-P-1004-03G Collar bolt, retaining collar to front axle transmission Nm 55 55
FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION

Number Designation MODEL 222
BA33.30-P-1004-03G Collar bolt, retaining collar to front axle transmission Nm 55
FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION

Number Designation MODEL 204 MODEL 207
BA33.30-P-1008-03G Drain screw at front axle transmission Nm 20 20
FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION

Number Designation MODEL 212 MODEL 216
BA33.30-P-1008-03G Drain screw at front axle transmission Nm 20 20
FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION

Number Designation MODEL 218 MODEL 221
BA33.30-P-1008-03G Drain screw at front axle transmission Nm 20 20
FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION

Number Designation MODEL 222
BA33.30-P-1008-03G Drain screw at front axle transmission Nm 20
FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION

Number Designation MODEL 216 with 4MATIC MODEL 221 with 4MATIC
BF33.30-P-1001-03C Hypoid gear oil Filling capacity Liter 0, 6 0, 6
Specification Universal hypoid gear oils (specification 235.7). MB 235.7/235.74 FE hypoid gear oil A 001 989 33 03/Mobilube FE/FE Plus 75W-85 Universal hypoid gear oils (specification 235.7). MB 235.7/235.74 FE hypoid gear oil A 001 989 33 03/Mobilube FE/FE Plus 75W-85
FRONT AXLE GEAR

Number Designation MODEL 204 MODEL 207
BF33.30-P-1001-03F Hypoid gear oil Filling capacity Liter 0, 6 0, 6
Specification Universal hypoid gear oils (specification 235.7). MB 235.7/235.74 FE hypoid gear oil A 001 989 33 03/Mobilube FE/FE Plus 75W-85 Universal hypoid gear oils (specification 235.7). MB 235.7/235.74 FE hypoid gear oil A 001 989 33 03/Mobilube FE/FE Plus 75W-85
FRONT AXLE GEAR

Number Designation MODEL 212 MODEL 218
BF33.30-P-1001-03F Hypoid gear oil Filling capacity Liter 0, 6 0, 6
Specification Universal hypoid gear oils (specification 235.7). MB 235.7/235.74 FE hypoid gear oil A 001 989 33 03/Mobilube FE/FE Plus 75W-85 Universal hypoid gear oils (specification 235.7). MB 235.7/235.74 FE hypoid gear oil A 001 989 33 03/Mobilube FE/FE Plus 75W-85
FRONT AXLE GEAR

Number Designation MODEL 222
BF33.30-P-1001-03F Hypoid gear oil Filling capacity Liter 0, 6
Specification Universal hypoid gear oils (specification 235.7). MB 235.7/235.74 FE hypoid gear oil A 001 989 33 03/Mobilube FE/FE Plus 75W-85
Fig 2: Identifying Extraction Tool (221 589 04 33 00)
G09976239Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Fig 3: Identifying Impact Extractor (602 589 00 33 00)
G09976240Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA