W/Two Wheel Drive
Fig. 25 Wheel Bearing Support Tool Installation
CAUTION: Do not apply vehicle load to the
wheel bearing after removal of the driveshaft. If a load must be applied to the bearing, temporarily secure with special tool No. MB990998-01 or equivalent.
- Loosen drive axle nut, then raise and support front of vehicle and remove wheel and tire assembly.
Fig. 26 Ball Joint Removal From Steering Knuckle
- Using special tool No. MB991113-01, disconnect lower arm ball joint from knuckle.
Fig. 27 Tie Rod Removal From Steering Knuckle
- Using special tool No. MB991113-01, disconnect tie rod end from knuckle.
Fig. 28 Driveshaft Removal From Front Hub
- Press driveshaft from hub using shaft puller No. MB990241-01.
Fig. 29 Driveshaft Removal From Transaxle Case
- Insert a suitable pry bar between the transaxle case and the driveshaft, and pry the shaft from the transaxle. CAUTION: Do not pull on the shaft, as damage to the joint may result. Pry bar should not be inserted too deeply, as damage to the oil seal may result.
- Reverse procedure to install. Lower vehicle, and tighten knuckle to lower arm ball joint nut, and torque axle nut to 188 lb-ft , maximum.