1997 MERCEDES-BENZ ML430 transmission oil

lRemove/install
External torx setFig. 49
Torx bit setFig. 48
1Remove engine trim panel
2Remove air filter housing
(1).
3Remove resonance body (2)
4Remove the resonance tube
(3) with hot film mass air
flow sensor
At this time pull out the
hot film mass air flow
sensor plug.
Removal:
Pay attention to the
mounting projection of the
resonance tube (3)!
All except model 163 with
engine 113.942/981AR07.07-P-1454A
Model 163 with engine
113.942/981AR07.07-P-1454MV
5Unbolt dipstick guide tube
of automatic transmission
6Unbolt ignition coils (6, 7)
at cylinder head covers

AR15.12-P-2003A
*BA01.20
-P-1002-01E
7Disconnect spark plug
connectors
Pay attention to markings
for spark plug connectors
on cylinder head covers
and ignition coils

Fig. 57
8Detach the vacuum hoses at
connections (8, 9) of the
cylinder head covers
9Detach crankcase
ventilation hose at cylinder
head cover fitting (10) Only on left side.
Risk of explosion caused
by ignition of flammable
products, risk of poisoning
caused by inhaling fuel
vapors or swallowing fuel
as well as risk of injury to
skin and eyes exposed to
fuel.No fire, sparks, open
flames or smoking. Pour
fuels only into suitable
and appropriately marked
containers.
Wear protective clothing
when handling fuel.AS47.00-Z-0001-01A
10Disconnect fuel line at fuel Only in case of

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Fig. 59: Identifying Cylinder Head Cover Remove/Install Component - Shown On Engine 112.945
Remove/install
1.1Remove engine trim panel
with integrated air filter
(1) Unclip covering on front side
of engine. Remove air filter by
pulling vertically up and off the
cylinder head covers.
1.2Remove air filterModel 170.466
Model 203.065/265,
Model 211.076/276,
Models 215.374, 220.074/174,
Model 230.474AR09.10-P-1150SVK
2.1Unscrew the guide tube of
the automatic
transmission oil dipstickexcept models 170
Models 203, 209.375,
Model 208
Models 211.061/065/070,
Model 230.475
3Detach right ignition coils
(4), left ignition coils (5)
on right cylinder head
cover (2) and left cylinder
head cover (3)Except engines
112.911/914/915/917/954,
Engine 113.969AR15.12-P-2003A
*BA01.20-P-1002-01E
4Disconnect spark plug
connectors Installation: Observe
marking for spark plug
connectors on the cylinder head
covers and ignition coils.

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Engine 113.981 in model 163.174
Engine 112 in models 210, 208, 202, 170, 129, engine 113
in model 210, 208, 202, 129AR01.45-P-
7555VA
Engine 112 (except 112.975) in model 220
Engine 113 (except 113.948 /966) in model 220
Engine 112.975 in model 220AR01.45-P-
7555IW
Engines 113.948/ 966 in model 220
Engine 113.963 in models 230.475AR01.45-P-
7555R
Engine 113.992 in model 230.474
17.1Remove oil pumpEngine 112, 113 in model 163AR18.10-P-
6020B
18.1Remove oil pan
(22)Engine 112, 113 in model 129AR01.45-P-
7500FD
Engine 112.942 in model 163.154AR01.45-P-
7500FB
Engine 112.970 in model 163.157
Engine 113.942 in model 163.172
Engine 113.965 in model 163.175
Engine 113.981 in model 163.174
Engine 112.947 in model 170.465 with transmission 722.6AR01.45-P-
7500SV
Engine 112.960 in model 170.466 with transmission 722.6
Engine 112 in model 202, 208AR01.45-P-
7500FC
Engine 113 in model 208
Engine 113.944 in model 202.033 /093
Engine 112 in models 210.06 /26 /66AR01.45-P-
7500F
Engine 113 in model 210
Engine 112 (except 112.975) in model 220AR01.45-P-
7500I
Engine 113 (except 113.948 /966) in model 220
Engine 112.975 in model 220AR01.45-P-
7500IW
Engines 113.948/ 966 in model 220
Engine 113.963 in models 230.475AR01.45-P-
7500R
Engine 113.992 in model 230.474
19.1Remove
tensioning device
for compressor
poly-V-beltEngine 113.992 in model 230.474AR13.25-P-
3217RVK

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20Remove poly-V-
belt tensioning
device (5)Engine 112 in models 129, 163AR13.25-P-
3200B
Engine 113 in model 129, 202, 208, 210
Engine 113 (except 113.965 /981) in model 163
Models 129, 202, 210 with manual transmission.
Unscrew damper of belt te nsioning device at coolant
pump.
Engine 113.963 in models 230.475AR13.25-P-
3200R
Engine 113.992 in model 230.474
21Remove vibration
damper (4)Engine 112 in models 129, 163AR03.30-P-
1600C
Engine 113 in models 129, 202.033 /093
Engine 113 (except 113.981) in model 163
Engine 113 (except 113.980) in model 210
Engine 113 (except 113.984) in model 208
Engine 112.947 in model 170AR03.30-P-
1600CA
Engine 112 in model 202, 208, 210, 220
Engine 113.981 in model 163.174
Engine 113 (except 113.991) in models 215, 220.
Engine 113.963 in models 230.475
Engine 113.992 in model 230.474AR03.30-P-
1600RVK
22Remove chain
tensioner (14)ENGINE 112 in models 129, 163
Engine 113 (except 113.965 /981) in model 163
Engine 113 in model 129, 202, 208, 210AR05.10-P-
7800C
Engine 112 in model 170, 202, 208, 210
Engine 113 in model 163.174 /175AR05.10-P-
7800CA
Engine 112 in model 220
Engine 113 in model 215.373 /375
Engine 113 in models
220.070 /073 /075 /083 /084 /170 /173 /175 /183 /184 /875
Engine 113 in model 230.474 /475AR05.10-P-
7800AM
23.1Remove oil filter
housingEngine 113.992 in model 230.474AR18.20-P-
3471RKV
23.2Remove oil filter
housing with
oil/water heat
exchanger (7)Engine 112 in models 170, 202, 208, 210, 220AR18.20-P-
3471BA
Engine 113 in model 220
Engine 113.963 in models 230.475
Engine 113.965 in model 163.175
Engine 113.981 in model 163.174
Engine 112 in models 129, 163AR18.20-P-
3471B

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Crankcase, timing case cover, end cover
Crankcase, timing case cover, end cover
crankshaft must be free of
oil and grease, in order to
guarantee a proper
function.
Install crankshaft radial
seal (3)AR03.20-P-3063-01B
Fig. 97
Installation: Pay
attention to fitted sleeves
(2) when pressing on end
cover!
Notes on application of
sealant to end cover with
radial shaft seal AH01.40-P-1000-06A
Sealant*BR00.45-Z-1013-01A
4Install in the reverse order

Risk of accident caused by
vehicle starting off by itsel
f
when engine is running.
Risk of injury caused by
contusions and burns
during starting procedure
or when working near the
engine as it is running

Secure vehicle to prevent
it from moving by itself.
Wear closed and snug-
fitting work clothes.
Do not touch hot or
rotating parts.
AS00.00-Z-0005-01A
5Carry out engine test run Before installing
transmission, inspect for
oil leaks
NumberDesignation
Engine 112 except
112.951/ 976
BA01.40-P-1004-
01CEnd cover screwThread not pre-
tappedNm14
Thread pre-tapped10
Engine
113.940/941/
942/943/944/
945/946/948/
960/961/962/
963/964/965/
966/967/968/
969/971/980/
981/982/984/
Engine 113.987/
988/990/

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brake hoses *BA42.10-P-1001-04A
Ring wrench socketFig. 5
5Unbolt propeller shaft at
flange on front axle
transmission *BA41.20-P-1001-01A
6Remove left and right
front springs AR32.20-P-0200GH
7.1Remove lower engine
compartment panelingModel
163.157 /172 /174 /175AR61.20-P-1105GH
Model 163.113/ 128AR94.30-P-5400GH
8Detach torsion bar (28) at
vehicle frame *BA32.20-P-1001-02G
9Detach upper transverse
control arm (6) from
vehicle frame Installation: Tighten
new nuts slightly. Tighten
bolt fully only when
vehicle is on its wheels and
ready to drive.
*BA33.20-P-1006-01D
10Detach bracket for oil
lines from transmission to
oil cooler on front axle
carrier
11Unclip brake line at rear
of front-axle
crossmember
12.1Remove vehicle level
controller connecting rod
(95b) at lower transverse
control arm on right Vehicles with xenon
headlamps.
13Extract fluid from power
steering pump reservoir Hand pumpFig. 6
14Turn steering wheel to
center position (front
wheels in straight-ahead
position) and secureThe steering wheel must
not be turned when the
steering coupling has been
removed. This will damage
the fanfare horns and airbag
clock spring contact
beyond repair.
Remove ignition key
and turn steering wheel so
that it locks.
15.1Detach plug-in connector
for speed-sensitive power
steering to timing case Vehicles with speed-
sensitive power steering
only.

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Fig. 12: Identifying Extraction A nd Installation Tool (163 589 02 43 00)
REMOVE/INSTALL FRONT AXLE HALF - AR33.10-P-0200GH
MODEL 163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175
Fig. 13: Identifying Front Axle Half Components

Location in major assembly compartment on left or right
2axle gear mountingtransmission oil pipes.01GH
Extraction and insertion toolFig. 7
3Install in the reverse order

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Fig. 68: Identifying Front Axle Gear Components
Modification notes
8.1.07Filling capacity, Specifications for Operating FluidsModel 163*BF33.30-P-1001-03B

Remove/install
1
Remove front wheels


Remove/install wheels, rotate if
necessaryAP40.10-P-
4050GH
2Drain front axle gear oil
Installation: ?
Check front axle gear oil level and
top up if necessary
Oil drain screw: ?AR33.30-P-
0525-02GH

Oil filler plug: ?*BA33.30-P-
1003-03B
*BA33.30-P-
1002-03B
*BF33.30-P-
1001-03B
3Unbolt propeller shaft at flange on front
axle transmission *BA41.20-P-
1001-01A
4Press both follower joints out of upper
transverse control arms using puller
Check rubber boot and ball joint for
wear and damage.AR33.20-P-
0500-01GH
*BA33.20-P-
1001-01D

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