Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C124) E 200 (124.040), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C124) E 220 (124.042), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C124) E 320 (124.052), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C124) E 36 AMG (124.052) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: inner tie rod – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Coupe (C124). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #17
Combination spanner #19
Combination spanner #22
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 17
Drive socket # 19
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Vernier caliper
Ball joint puller
Wheel chock
Replacement: inner tie rod – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Coupe (C124). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: inner tie rod – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Coupe (C124). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
    How to change Inner Tie Rod on Mercedes C124 1993 - free PDF and video manuals
    Loosen the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the car.
    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
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C124) E 200 2.0 (124.040) 1994 Inner Tie Rod - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Coupe (C124)
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheels.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean the steering damper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 7
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS E 200 2.0 (124.040) 1997 Inner Tie Rod - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Unscrew the steering damper fasteners. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 8
    Remove the fastening bolts.
    Step 9
    How to replace Inner Tie Rod on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C124) 1993: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the steering damper.
  7. Step 10
    How hard is it to do yourself: Inner Tie Rod replacement on Mercedes C124 E 220 2.2 (124.042) 1994 - download illustrated guide
    Clean the tie rod ends fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 11
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    Unscrew the fastening nut connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 12
    Changing of Inner Tie Rod on Mercedes C124 1996 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the tie rod end to the idler arm. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 13
    MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS E 200 2.0 (124.040) Inner Tie Rod replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
  11. Step 14
    Replacing Inner Tie Rod on Mercedes C124 1993 E 200 2.0 (124.040) by yourself
    Detach the tie rod end from the idler arm. Use a ball joint puller.
  12. Step 15
    E-Class Coupe (C124) E 200 2.0 (124.040) 1994 Inner Tie Rod DIY replacement workshop manual
    Remove the steering tie rod.
  13. Step 16
    How to change Inner Tie Rod on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C124) 1995 - tips and tricks
    Clean the tie rod ends fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  14. Step 17
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Mercedes C124 1996 E 200 2.0 (124.040) Inner Tie Rod
    Unscrew the fastening nut connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  15. Step 18
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the tie rod end to the idler arm. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  16. Step 19
    How to change Inner Tie Rod on Mercedes C124 1993 - free PDF and video manuals
    Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
  17. Step 20
    Detach the tie rod end from the idler arm. Use a ball joint puller.
    Step 21
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C124) E 200 2.0 (124.040) 1994 Inner Tie Rod - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the steering tie rod.
  18. Step 22
    Mercedes C124 E 320 3.2 (124.052) 1995 Inner Tie Rod replacement: free workshop manuals
    Clean the centre drag link ends fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  19. Step 23
    Changing Inner Tie Rod on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C124) E 36 AMG 3.6 (124.052) 1996 by yourself
    Unscrew the centre drag link fasteners from the idler arms. Use a combination spanner #19.
  20. Step 24
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS E 200 2.0 (124.040) 1997 Inner Tie Rod - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Detach the centre drag link ends from the idler arms. Use a ball joint puller.
  21. Step 25
    How to replace Inner Tie Rod on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Coupe (C124) 1993: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the centre drag link.
  22. Step 26
    How hard is it to do yourself: Inner Tie Rod replacement on Mercedes C124 E 220 2.2 (124.042) 1994 - download illustrated guide
    Clean the mounting seats of the drag link and tie rods. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  23. Step 27
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    Install a new centre drag link.
  24. Step 28
    Changing of Inner Tie Rod on Mercedes C124 1996 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Tighten the fasteners connecting the centre drag link ends to the idler arms. Use a drive socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
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