Connect sections of propeller shaft - AR41.10-P-0050-05TX

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MODEL 172, 204, 207, 212, 218, 219, 231

REPAIR MATERIALS

Number	Designation	Order number
BR00.45-Z-1001-06A	Long-life grease	A 000 989 63 51 11

Check front propeller shaft (20a), rear propeller shaft (20b), thrust plate (1), rubber boot (2) and propeller shaft center support bearing (7) for wear and damage.
If necessary, replace the affected part.
Grease splined profile of rear propeller shaft (20b) using longlife grease.
Position of propeller shaft without clamp connection

Fig 1: Connecting Front Propeller Shaft And Rear Propeller Shaft
Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Connect front propeller shaft (20a) and rear propeller shaft (20b).
The humps of the front propeller shaft (20a) must be located between the two humps on the rear propeller shaft (20b) (arrows). Ensure that rubber boot (2) is seated properly.