Remove/Install Alternator - AR15.40-P-5032MNM

Engine 177 in model 217, 222 

Shown with CODE M005 (4MATIC) 

Fig 1: Alternator Component Location - Model 217 With Engine 177 (shown With Code M005)

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	Risk of injury.  Skin or eye injuries may result when handling hot or glowing objects.	Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses, if necessary.	AS00.00-Z-0002-01A
	Risk of injury  caused by scraping or cutting body parts on sharp vehicle parts	Always wear protective gloves when working on or near sharp and non-deburred vehicle parts. Deburr repair panels.	AS00.00-Z-0017-01A
Topical note	Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge		AH54.00-P-0001-01A
	Remove/install
1	Disconnect battery ground line		AR54.10-P-0003LF
2	Remove guide pulley for poly-V belt		AR13.20-P-0011MNM
3	Release and disconnect electrical connection (3)
4	Remove contact protection of nut (4)
5	Remove electrical line B+ (5) from alternator (G2)	Nut, positive line to alternator	*BA15.40-P-1003-01T
6	Remove screw/bolt (1)	:  Slightly tighten screw by hand.
7	Lift radiator package out of elastomer bearings and press forwards
8	Take alternator (G2) down and out
9	Install in the reverse order
	Risk of accident  from vehicle starting off by itself when engine running. Risk of injury (bruises and burns) resulting from working on the engine while it is being started or when it is running.	Secure vehicle to prevent it from starting off by itself. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. Do not touch hot or rotating parts.	AS00.00-Z-0005-01A
10	Perform engine test run while checking alternator (G2) for proper operation