1997 MERCEDES-BENZ ML320 air suspension

Torque Specifications; Engine Mounts, Engine Supports
Torque Specifications; Engine Suspension, Engine Mounts, Engine Supports
Torque Specifications; Engine Suspension, Engine Mounts, Engine Supports
Torque Specifications; Transfer Case, Complete Unit
Fig. 167: Commercially Available Tools (See Workshop Equipment Manual)

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Remove/Install Noise Encapsulation
Self-locking screw, propeller shaft to transfer case (to front axle)Nm50
DesignationEngine 112.942/970 113.942/965/ in model 163.154/157/
172/174/175
Bolt of rear engine crossmember to bodyNm40
Bolt or nut, rear engine mount to
transmissionM8Nm-
M10Nm40
DesignationEngine 612.963 in model
163.113Engine 628.963 in model
163
Bolt/nut, rear engine crossmember to
bodyNm4040
Bolt or nut, rear engine mount to
transmissionNm4040
DesignationEngine 111 in model 163
Bolt of rear engine crossmember to bodyNm40
Bolt or nut, rear engine mount to transmissionNm35
DesignationModel 163
Threaded plug in transfer caseNm30
Bolt, transfer case to automatic transmissionNm20
Bolt, transfer case to manual transmissionNm20

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1998-03 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS Complete Transmissions - ML 320 - 722.662
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Shown on engine 112
Fig. 108: Identifying Bottom Part Of Oil Pan Remove/Install Components
- Shown On Engine 112
Remove/install
External torx setFig. 49
1Remove engine trim panel
2Remove viscous fan (4) Right-hand thread!AR20.40-P-5660C
3.1Remove fan shroud (5) Only engine
112.942 /970.
Unscrew bolts (8) at
bottom of fan shroud.
4.1Remove air guide (9) Engine 113.942 only.
5Drain and collect engine oil *BA01.45-P-1003-01B
*BF18.00-P-1001-01H
6Unscrew nuts (7) at front
suspension carrier Before unbolting the
left engine mount, press
oil line of power steering
out of fixture.

*BA22.10-P-1001-01L
7Remove resonance tube (3)
with resonance unit (2) Do not damage the
plastic strap.
The resonance pipe is
attached at the rear at the

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1998-2005 ENGINE Complete engine - 163 Chassis
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Fig. 109: Identifying External Torx Set (001 589 76 09 00)
Workshop equipment
Repair materials
REMOVE/INSTALL BOTTOM PART OF OIL PAN - AR01.45-P-7555VE
ENGINE 113.965 in MODEL 1
ENGINE 113.981 in MODEL 1
Fig. 110: Identifying Bottom Part Of Oil Pan Remove/Install Components

WE58.40-Z-1007-11AEngine lifting fixture
NumberDesignationOrder number
BR00.45-Z-1013-01ASealantA 003 989 98 20
Remove/install
External torx setFig. 49
1Remove engine trim panel
2Drain and collect engine oil *BA01.45-P-1003-01B
*BF18.00-P-1001-01H
3Unscrew nuts (7) at front
suspension carrier Before unscrewing the

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1998-2005 ENGINE Complete engine - 163 Chassis
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The engine support bracket (1) is positioned with its support surfaces resting on the left and right-side
fenders' inside seams (arrows).
During installation it is important to proceed with caution to avoid damage to the vehicle paintwork.
1. Lift engine by the front suspension hook.
Shown on model 163 with engine 112.942
Fig. 1: Identifying Engine Support Bracket
- Shown On Model 163 With Engine 112.942
SUPPORTING FRONT AXLE CARRIER WITH INSPECTION PIT OR ASSEMBLY LIFT - AR33.10-P-0100-03GH
Workshop equipment
1. Support front axle with axle removal device (070) and inspection pit or assembly lift. Ensure that the
guide pin (arrow) is inserted in the front axle carrier.
Lower the front axle carefull
y; ensure that no cables and lines are trapped in between.
WE58.40-Z-1019-11ARemoval fixture for axles

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1998-2005 DRIVELINE/AXLES Front Axle - 163 Chassis
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Front axle torsion strut
Wheel location, hub
REPLACE FRONT BEARING OF LOWER WISHBONE - AR33.20-P-0526GH
MODEL 163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175
3.1
Remove linkage rod for suspension-
control module (95b) from lower
right control arm
Vehicles with xenon headlamps.
4Detach torsion bar (28) from lower
control arm *BA32.20-P-
1002-02G
5Detach lower control arm (4) from
front subframe
Installation: Tighten new nuts slightly.
Tighten bolt fully only when vehicle is on
its wheels and ready to drive.

*BA33.20-P-
1004-01D
6
Loosen clamped joint at rear of
lower wishbone (4) and fold down
bearing shell (4d)
Installation: Tighten new nuts slightly.
Tighten bolt fully only when vehicle is on
its wheels and ready to drive.

*BA33.20-P-
1005-01D
Inspect
7Inspect lower control arm for signs
of distortion and corrosion
8Install in the reverse order
9Perform chassis alignment check AR40.20-P-
0200GH
NumberDesignationModel Series 163
BA32.20-P-1002-02GBolt, torsion bar to wishboneNM68
NumberDesignationModel Series 163
BA33.20-P-1004-01DBolt, lower wishbone at front to front axle carrierNM135
BA33.20-P-1005-01DBolt, lower wishbone at rear to front axle carrierNM30

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1998-2005 DRIVELINE/AXLES Front Axle - 163 Chassis
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GENERAL NOTES: PASSENGER CARS - AH00.01-Z-0998AZ
MODEL all
Notes on TowingMODEL 461, 463AH00.60-P-0100-
02GA
Overall vehicle
Overall vehicleFG00AH00.00-Z-9999AZ
Engine
Complete engine,
crankcase ventilation,
cylinder head, crankcaseFG01AH01.00-Z-9999AZ
Crank assemblyFG03AH03.00-Z-9999AZ
Engine timingFG05AH05.00-Z-9999AZ
Mixture formationFG07AH07.00-Z-9999AZ
Air intake, superchargingFG09AH09.00-Z-9999AZ
Electrical system - engineFG15AH15.00-Z-9999AZ
Engine lubrication,
engine oil coolingFG18AH18.00-Z-9999AZ
Engine cooling systemFG20AH20.00-Z-9999AZ
Engine suspensionFG22AH22.00-Z-9999AZ
Throttle control, cruise
control systemFG30AH30.00-Z-9999AZ
Fuel systemFG47AH47.00-Z-9999AZ
Exhaust systemFG49AH49.00-Z-9999AZ
Chassis
Manual transmissionFG26AH26.00-Z-9999AZ
Automatic transmissionFG27AH27.00-Z-9999AZ
Frame, trailer operationFG31AH31.00-Z-9999AZ
SuspensionFG32AH32.00-Z-9999AZ
Rear axleFG35AH35.00-Z-9999AZ
Wheels, chassis
alignment checkFG40AH40.00-Z-9999AZ
Brakes - hydraulic and
mechanical systemsFG42AH42.00-Z-9999AZ
Brakes - pneumatic
system and auxiliary
brakesFG43AH43.00-Z-9999AZ
SteeringFG46AH46.00-Z-9999AZ
Electrical system,
equipment and
instrumentsFG54AH54.00-Z-9999AZ

2004 Mercedes-Benz ML350
1998-2005 GENINFO Overall vehicle - 163 Chassis
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CHECK ALL VISIBLE PARTS FOR SIGNS OF LEAKS AND DAMAGE - AP00.20-P-0053GH
MODEL 163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175
INSPECTING CHASSIS AND LOAD-BEARING BODY PARTS FOR DAMAGE AND CORROSION - AP00.20-P-0090GH
MODEL 163
with Code Z04/Z07
Model 230AP00.20-P-0001L
Model 414AP00.20-L-0001A
Taxi serviceModels 202, 210AP00.20-P-0007A
Model 203AP00.20-P-0007C
Remove
Detach lower engine
compartment panelingModels 163.172/174/175AR61.20-P-1105GH
Remove noise
encapsulationModel 163.113/128AR94.30-P-5400GH
Check

2If traces of fluid are noted
(e.g. oil), then determine
and correct the cause (on a
separate work order).
Check for leaksEngine:
Transmission
Transfer case
Front axle
Rear axle
Pressure oil pump
3Check for leaks and fixingShock absorbers,
suspension struts
4Inspect for leaks and
conditionRubber boots of front axle
shafts
5Inspect lines and hoses for
leaks and condition, pay
attention to chafing points
and routingRadiator
Fuel system
Exhaust system
Clutch actuation
Automatic transmission
Power steering
Brake system
Install
Install lower engine
compartment paneling.Models 163.172/174/175AR61.20-P-1105GH
Install noise encapsulationModel 163.113/128AR94.30-P-5400GH
1Visual inspectionControl arm mountings and
control arms of front axle

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procedure or when
working near engine
5Start engine Allow to run at idle
speed until oil pressure is
displayed.
6Check refrigerant level of
air conditioning systemModel 129 up to 31.5.96
with automatic air
conditioning, code 581a,AP83.30-P-8312DA
Model 140 up to 31.5.95
with automatic air
conditioning, code 581a
with rear air conditioner,
code 582,
Model 202 up to 30.9.95
with automatic air
conditioning, code 581a,
Models 129, 170, 202,
208, 210, 220 with air
conditioning (or
Tempmatic for USA),
code 580
Models 461, 463 with air
conditioning, code H02AP83.30-P-8312G
7Move the pull switch of
the hydropneumatic
suspension into position N
and allow the engine to
run at increased idle speed
until the vehicle has
reached its normal levelOnly for Hydropneumatic
suspension with automatic
level lowering device and
controlled damping, code
215c, All-round
hydropneumatic
suspension, code 487
8Brake testing on test standModel 129, 140, 170, 202,
203, 208, 209, 210, 215,
220AP42.00-P-4290BA
Models 461, 463AP42.00-P-4290G
9Check brake disks for
signs of corrosion. For vehicles which
were parked for more than
6 months.
10Replace brake fluid For vehicles which
were parked for more than
6 months.
Model 140 as of 1.7.93
except code 471AP42.00-P-4280BA
Model 170 except code
471
Model 202 up to 31.5.94
except code 471

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