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I previously described a noise my right rear axle would make under accereleration and cruise conditions as a knocking that increases/decreases with vehicle speed. It was not consistent at first but now appears after approximately a half hour of driving. My question is can I replace the axle shaft myself or are special tools required, and could it be anything else?
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Most are fairly easy to replace if you have the tools required to take off the bolts that hold it to the diff. Some require a special inside spline tool. Why don't you put a signature on your name so we know what kind of car you have??
------------------ Benzmac: ASE CERTIFIED MASTER AUTO TECHNICIAN LEAD TECHNICIAN FOR 14 BAY FACILITY MERCEDES SPECIALIST 8 YRS PARTNER IN MERCEDESSHOP.COM |
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Its a 79 450SEL
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This model will be a bit more difficult. There is a clip inside the rear center housing holding the axle in. The rear cover has to be removed to access this clip. Unless you have access to a lift you would probably be better off to let a reputable shop do the work.
------------------ Mercedes Star Technician, Mercedes Master Guild Technician, ASE Master Tech. 18 years exp. |
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