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Originally Posted by PA2TU
Last night, I noticed oil weeping at the driver’s side of the Diff gasket joint. Could mere tightening to the screws solve the problem, or do I need a full seal replacement. If so, is this a DIY job?
Can someone give a step-by-step procedure of replacing the Diff seal with tips and tricks.
I did a search, not much came up and it appears this may be a common problem with W210.
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There is no Seal on the diff just a sealant pretty straight forward as far as the procedure loosen bolt SLIGHTLY then loosen bottom bolt to drain, then remove cover, Replace Vent on the top of diff and replace ALL Screws # N 910143 010009
Clean rear cover sealing surface and coat with Hylomar sealing compound part No. 001 989 25 20, or equivalent
Install NEW collared screws (56b) for rear cover, tighten to
50 Nm
Install NEW rear axle vent (55), then tighten to
30 Nm
Fill
differential with 1.2 litersof suitable differential fluid