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How to change left engine mounts on MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171) – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171) 55 AMG (171.473), MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171) 55 AMG (171.473) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171) 55 AMG (171.473), MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171) 55 AMG (171.473) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle
All the parts you need to replace – Engine Mount for SLK (R171) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Engine mount
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 16
Ratchet wrench
Telescoping magnet
Hydraulic transmission jack
Fender cover
Replacement: engine mounts – MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171). AUTODOC recommends:
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Open the bonnet.Step 2Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.Step 3Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.Step 4Clean the engine mount fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 5Unscrew the upper fastener of the engine mount. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 6Remove the fastening bolt. Use a telescoping magnet.
- Step 7Unscrew the lower fastener of the engine mount. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 8Remove the fastening bolt.
- Step 9Support the engine in the oil pan area. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
- Step 10Remove the engine mount.
- Step 11Clean the mounting seat of the engine mount. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
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