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Help, Instructions how to remove front axle Differential.
I cant seem to find written instructions or videos on how to remove 2011 GLK X204 Front Differential. Also What Gear oil are people using? I know hypoid 75w85 but what brand? Links.
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A question is why remove it ? remove all bolts
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Originally Posted by Mmr1
A question is why remove it ? remove all bolts
That's helpful.
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That's how I was taught to fix cars over 60 years ago:
1. Take all the bolts out
2. Identify the broken parts
3. Replace all the broken parts
4. Put all the bolts back in.
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Originally Posted by Silver Shadow
That's helpful.
That's actually what the repair manual says.


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