Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 350 CDI (207.323), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 300 (207.355), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 350 (207.359), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 500 (207.373), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 350 (207.356), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 250 CGI (207.347), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 350 CGI (207.357), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 500 (207.372), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 250 CDI / BlueTEC / d (207.303, 207.304), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 350 CDI (207.322), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 220 CDI / d (207.302, 207.301), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 200 CGI (207.348), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 400 (207.365), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 250 (207.336), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 200 (207.334), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 350 BlueTEC (207.326), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 220 BlueTEC (207.301), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 350 BlueTEC / d (207.326), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 320 (207.362), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 400 (207.361), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C207) E 220 CDI (207.302) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Control Arm for E-Class Coupe (C207) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Coupe (C207). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Ceramic grease
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #21
Combination spanner #22
Torx bit E20
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Ball joint puller
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: front lower arm – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Coupe (C207). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right lower control arms.
  • Please note: all work on the car – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Coupe (C207) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the car.
    Replacement: front lower arm – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Coupe (C207). AUTODOC recommends:
    If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Coupe (C207)
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 7
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a combination spanner #21. Use Torx E20. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #21.
  7. Step 9
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    Prop up the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  8. Step 10
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    Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the support from under the steering knuckle.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: front lower arm – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Coupe (C207). Lower the transmission jack smoothly, without jerks, to avoid damaging components and mechanisms.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  11. Step 13
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    Remove the arm.
  12. Step 14
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    Clean the suspension arm mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 15
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    Install a new arm.
    Replacement: front lower arm – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Coupe (C207). Tip from AUTODOC:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.
  14. Step 16
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    Install the fastening bolt.
  15. Step 17
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    Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle.
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