Repairing Mercedes W123 Odometer

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Now support the speedometer gauge face and the rest of the assembly on something soft that will protect it. Some foam was used in this case.
Then, using a hammer and small punch, tap out the shaft shown in the last step from the side with the small brass ring.
Press your finger against the gear end to keep the shaft from falling out. This shaft also acts to support the numbers. Without it they "droop" down and can also become out of alignment.

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