Any body know where I can find info on rebuilding the rear end pumpkin/differential on a 16v?

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What is the problem? I have rebuilt at least 20 of them..most for racing, but several for the street. What do want to do with the car?

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The front seal blew. I want to take it apart and inspect for damage and wear. I need to know how to set pinion depth, and any other MB specific items and measurements I should be taking. I've never had one of these apart before.

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2003 ML350
1997 C280 Sport

W/o a MB special tool setting the pinion depth is a calculated guess.

Are you replacing all of the bearings?? IF so then...

BEFORE the differential is dis-assembled measure the depth from the rear cover mating surface.. You will need to make sure that the pinion is still at that height when the pinion bearing pre-load is set correctly.

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1986 190E 2.3 16V 2.5 (sold)
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You can find the information right here.

According to current discussion on the Stu Ritter list, you'd have better luck rebuilding an automatic transmission.

Take it to a professional.

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