Campaign - Clean Front Axle Carrier Sleeve/Replace Bolts
Campaign No. 2006040004, July 2006FILE:
SERVICE: GROUP 00 OF SERVICE INFORMATION BINDER
PARTS: GROUP I OF INFORMATION _ PARTS & ACCESSORIES BINDER
Revision History
TO: ALL MERCEDES-BENZ CENTERS
SUBJECT:
MODEL 211, MODEL YEAR 2003-2006
CLEAN SLEEVES ON FRONT AXLE CARRIER AND INSTALL NEW BOLTS AND WASHERS
This Service Campaign has been initiated because DCAG has determined that on the affected vehicles (see VIN range on the following page) dirt can collect in the rear sleeves on the front axle carrier. Dealer will clean the rear sleeves and install new bolts and washers.
The operation code for the removal and re-installation of the underbody paneling is now included in the work procedure and may be claimed under this service campaign whenever the repair is performed outside of a scheduled maintenance service or a repair requiring the removal of these panels.
Warranty claims will be monitored and dealers that have a high incidence of additional labor costs will have their claims manually reviewed to ensure compliance with the above work instructions.
Please review the Effective Serial Number chart located below, and, if necessary, repair the subject vehicles during the vehicle's next service.
Prior to performing this Service Campaign:
^ Please check VMI to insure the vehicle is involved and to determine if the vehicle has been previously repaired.
^ Please review the entire Service Campaign bulletin.
Approximately 127,248 vehicles are affected.
Effective Serial Number Range
Procedure
CAUTION!
Ensure that only one bolt at a time is removed from the front axle carrier.
A. WARNING!
The metal dust remover cleaning solution contains oxalic- and phosphoric acid. Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed. Irritating to eyes and skin. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Wear acid-proof impermeable protective clothing (apron and gloves made of rubber or PVC. goggles). Refer to the MSDS (via NetStar or the Parts Assistance Center website) for a complete description of these hazards and other important safety information.
1. Remove underbody paneling
2. Remove right rear bolt (1a, Figure 1; A, Figure 2) from front axle carrier (1, Figure 1).
3. Wipe away dirt and rust particles from sleeve with a clean rag, then use compressed air to remove all residue.
4. Clean right rear sleeve in front axle carrier using metal dust remover.
Note:
After cleaning the sleeves in the front axle carrier with metal dust remover (part no. A 002 986 04 71 05), the bolts may be installed immediately. The 10 minute reaction time described on the instruction sheet attached to the bottle is not required for this repair.
5. Install a new right rear bolt and washer on front axle carrier.
^ On vehicles with 4Matic: Torque bolt to 120 Nm.
^ On vehicles without 4Matic: Torque bolt to 100 Nm.
Note:
Bolts for 4Matic vehicles (A 168 984 04 29 05) are shorter than bolts for vehicles without 4Matic (A 211 984 00 29 05).
6. Remove left rear bolt (1a, Figure 1; A, Figure 3) from front axle carrier (1, Figure 1).
7. Wipe away dirt and rust particles from sleeve with a clean rag, then use compressed air to remove all residue.
8. Clean left rear sleeve in front axle carrier using metal dust remover.
Note:
After cleaning the sleeves in the front axle carrier with metal dust remover (part no. A 002 986 04 71 05), the bolts may be installed immediately. The 10 minute reaction time described on the instruction sheet attached to the bottle is not required for this repair.
9. Install a new left rear bolt and washer on front axle carrier.
^ On vehicles with 4Matic: Torque bolt to 120 Nm.
^ On vehicles without 4Matic: Torque bolt to 100 Nm.
Note:
Bolts for 4Matic vehicles (A 168 984 04 29 05) are shorter than bolts for vehicles without 4Matic (A 211 984 00 29 05).
10. Reinstall underbody paneling.
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