How to carry out replacement: Control Arm E 220 CDI 2.2 (211.208) Mercedes S211
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How to change front lower arm on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 220 T CDI, MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 240 T (211.261), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 320 T (211.265), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 200 T Kompressor (211.242), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 220 T CDI (211.206, 211.606), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 270 T CDI (211.216), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 320 T CDI (211.226), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 55 T AMG Kompressor (211.276), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 500 T (211.270), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 280 T CDI (211.223), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 320 T CDI (211.222), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 280 T CDI (211.220), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 280 T (211.254), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 350 T (211.256), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 220 T CDI (211.208), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 200 Kompressor (211.241), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 500 T (211.272), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 63 AMG (211.277), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 220 CDI (211.206), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 200 CDI (211.207), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) 350 CGI (211.257), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 230 T (211.252), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S211) E 270 T CDI (211.216) … View more

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Replacement: front lower arm – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS T-Model (S211). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #21
Drive socket # E18
Drive socket # 21
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Ball joint puller
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: front lower arm – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS T-Model (S211). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right lower control arms.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: front lower arm – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS T-Model (S211). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: front lower arm – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS T-Model (S211). Tip from AUTODOC:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
    Clean the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 7
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    Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 8
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    Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
  7. Step 9
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    Clean the fasteners connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 10
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    Unscrew the arm fastening from the subframe. Use a combination spanner #21. Use a drive socket #E18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the arm. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 13
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    Clean the mounting seats and the thread of the suspension arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 14
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    Install a new arm.
    Replacement: front lower arm – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS T-Model (S211). Professionals recommend:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  13. Step 15
    Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle.
    Step 16
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    Install the fastening bolt.
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