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Remove/Install Left Rear Knock Sensor - AR15.12-P-2187SB

Engine 256.9 in model 223 

MODIFICATION NOTES

03.07.2023 Bolt, holder for low-pressure line to shield/supporting plate   BA07.03-P-1007-01MRT
Fig 1: Left Rear Knock Sensor Components Location - Model 223 With Engine 256.9
G16190324Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Notice  Notes on avoiding damage through contamination and foreign objects   AH00.00-P-5000-01A
Notice  Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge   AH54.00-P-0001-01A
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1 Remove charge-air distributor.   AR09.41-P-8683SB
2 Detach the additional compressor (A64). Engine 256.9 in model 223
with code M016 (Uprated engine)
IMPORTANT Only loosen screws, do not unscrew. Do not disconnect electrical connectors.
AR09.50-P-4770SB
3 Unclip the retaining clips (1) from the protective shield (2) and place the electric line to one side. SPECIAL TOOL Dismantling tool Fig 2
4 Remove screw (3). TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bolt, holder for low-pressure line to shield/supporting plate *BA07.03-P-1007-01MRT 
5 Remove bolts (4) and remove shield (2). TORQUE SPECIFICATION Screw, shield to fuel high-pressure pump housing/support plate *BA07.02-P-1006-01MRT 
6 Release and disconnect the electrical connector (5).    
7 Unscrew screw (6) and remove knock sensor (A16/1). TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bolt, knock sensor to crankcase *BA15.10-P-1001-02B 
CLEANING Clean     
8 Clean contact surfaces between knock sensor (A16/1) and crankcase. Assembly cleaner *BR00.45-Z-1028-04A 
9 Install in the reverse order.    
  Concluding tasks     
10 Connect diagnostic system, read out fault memory and clear if necessary.    
REFER TO SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS     AD00.00-P-2000-06FR
HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP, HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP HOUSING

Number Designation Engine 256.9
BA07.02-P-1006-01MRT Screw, shield to fuel high-pressure pump housing/support plate Nm 8
HIGH-PRESSURE LINE, LOW-PRESSURE LINE, FUEL DISTRIBUTOR

Number Designation Engine 256.9
BA07.03-P-1007-01MRT Bolt, holder for low-pressure line to shield/supporting plate Nm 8
KNOCK SENSORS

Number Designation Engine 256
BA15.10-P-1001-02B Bolt, knock sensor to crankcase Nm 18
Fig 2: Identifying Dismantling Tool (000 589 95 63 00)
G12619044Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
REPAIR MATERIALS

Number Designation Order number
BR00.45-Z-1028-04A Assembly cleaner A 000 986 56 01