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2011 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK350 R171

3.5L V6 M272•RWD•AUTOMATIC•gas

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drivetrain

CV Axles - Front Pair Torque Specs

for 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK350 R171 3.5L V6 M272 · RWD

Units

7 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Axle Nut

Critical

Use new nut, stake after

207 lb-ft · 281 Nm

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Ball Joint Nut

Critical

86 lb-ft · 117 Nm

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CV Bolts

Critical

52 lb-ft · 70 Nm

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CV Joint Bolts

Critical

52 lb-ft · 71 Nm

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Differential Cover Bolts

Critical

Apply RTV sealant

29 lb-ft · 39 Nm

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Driveshaft Bolts

Critical

63 lb-ft · 85 Nm

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Wheel Lug Nuts

Critical

115 lb-ft · 156 Nm

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