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Old 04-20-2008, 04:51 AM
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Picture #21
I’m showing the installed clip compared to the uninstalled to allow you to see the tabs on the end of the C clip. Those tabs must not be visible. They should be buried in the slot.

Picture #22
C clip for the passengers side axle. I replaced both axles.

Picture #23
Clean the differential to cover mating surface. I used degreaser and a putty knife. Protect the gears by not allowing any debris to get into the differential.

Picture #24
Start by RTVing the cover and allowing it to skin over. Usually about 10 minutes, but follow the package instructions. Install the cover and bolts. (45 NM torque )

Attach the rear differential bushing to the cover.( 120 NM torque )

Attach the rear bushing to the trunk floor ( 25NM torque )

Install the Calipers on the wheel hubs using Loctite. ( 90NM torque)

Install the axle shaft to wheel hub bolts. (30NM torque 8mm bolt, 95 Nm 12mm bolt)

Install wheels and torque to 110NM.

Picture #25
After your RTV has cured (12-24 hours ) you can install your differential oil ( 1 liter of oil ) and your fill plug ( 50 NM torque). Consider using anti seize paste on the threads for future oil changes.

Dave
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W123 A How to, replacing rear axles.-21-notice-ends-o-fhte-clip-make-sure-they-under-shaft.jpg   W123 A How to, replacing rear axles.-22-insert-passenger-side-axlw-clip-check-.jpg   W123 A How to, replacing rear axles.-23-clean-matting-surface-differential.jpg   W123 A How to, replacing rear axles.-24-apply-rtv-cover-bolts-differential-bushing-floor.jpg   W123 A How to, replacing rear axles.-25-wait-rtv-dry-insert-drain-plug-fill-oil-.jpg  

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