How to carry out replacement: Track Rod End CLK 200 1.8 Kompressor (209.442) Mercedes A209
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How to change track rod end on MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209) CLK 200 Kompressor (209.442), MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209) CLK 200 CGI (209.343), MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209) CLK 240 (209.461), MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209) CLK 320 (209.465), MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209) CLK 500 (209.475), MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209) CLK 55 AMG (209.476), MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209) CLK 350 (209.456), MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209) CLK 280 (209.454), MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209) CLK 63 AMG (209.477), MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209) CLK 320 CDI (209.420), MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209) CLK 200 Kompressor (209.441), MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209) CLK 500 (209.472), MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209) CLK AMG DTM (209.476) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: track rod end – MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 21
Combination spanner #21
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Vernier caliper
Ball joint puller
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: track rod end – MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209). AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace tie rod ends in pairs.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the right and left tie rod ends.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: track rod end – MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209) CLK 200 1.8 Kompressor (209.442) 2004 Track Rod End - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    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.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean all tie rod end connections. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
    How to replace Track Rod End on MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209) 2008: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    When deinstalling, mark or measure the precise position of the ball joint on the track rod, or count the number of turns in order to prevent misalignment afterward. Use a vernier caliper.
  7. Step 8
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    Loosen the lock nut securing the tie rod end to the tie rod. Use a combination spanner #21 (2 pieces).
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the end fastening nut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #21. Use a tap wrench.
  9. Step 10
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    Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 11
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    Screw the end out of the tie rod.
  11. Step 12
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    Clean the mounting seats of the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 13
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    Screw on a new tie rod end.
    Replacement: track rod end – MERCEDES-BENZ CLK Convertible (A209). Professionals recommend:
    While installing the steering rod end remember to make the same number of turns or to leave the same length of thread showing as per your measurements.
  13. Step 14
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    Connect the tie rod end to the steering knuckle.
  14. Step 15
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Mercedes A209 2008 CLK 280 3.0 (209.454) Track Rod End
    Screw on the fastening nut that connects the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
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