Yes it is the hub. MB service manual calls them rear axle shaft flange. I did pop the wheel center cover and saw the bolt moving up and down as i rocked the car back and forth in park.

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1985 300D Turbo Diesel 268,000 miles
1998 F150 4x4
2004 Honda Van
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