How to carry out replacement: Track Rod End E 220 CDI (211.606) MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF211)
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How to change track rod end on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF211) – replacement guide

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Tools
Replacement: track rod end – MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF211). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #14
Combination spanner #21
Combination spanner #22
Drive socket # 21
Wheel impact socket #17
Tap wrench
Vernier caliper
Ball joint puller
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: track rod end – MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF211). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • 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 E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF211). Take the following steps:
  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 front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF211) E 220 CDI (211.606) 2004 Track Rod End - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF211)
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean the fastener connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 7
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    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.
  6. 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).
  7. Step 9
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    Unscrew the end fastening nut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #21. Use a tap wrench.
  8. Step 10
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    Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 11
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    Screw the end out of the tie rod.
  10. Step 12
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    Clean the mounting seats of the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 13
    Replacing Track Rod End on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF211) 2006 E 220 CDI (211.606) by yourself
    Screw on a new tie rod end. Use a combination spanner #14.
    Replacement: track rod end – MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF211). 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.
  12. Step 14
    E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF211) E 220 CDI (211.606) 2007 Track Rod End DIY replacement workshop manual
    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.
  13. Step 15
    How to change Track Rod End on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF211) 2008 - tips and tricks
    Connect the tie rod end to the steering knuckle.
  14. Step 16
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF211) 2009 E 220 CDI (211.606) Track Rod End
    Screw on the fastening nut that connects the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #22.
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