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How to change track rod end on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF211) – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF211) E 280 CDI (211.620), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF211) E 270 CDI (211.616), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF211) E 270 CDI (211.616), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF211) E 220 CDI (211.608), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF211) E 220 CDI (211.606) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF211) E 280 CDI (211.620), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF211) E 270 CDI (211.616), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF211) E 270 CDI (211.616), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF211) E 220 CDI (211.608), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF211) E 220 CDI (211.606) … 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 – Track Rod End for E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF211) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Alternative products

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
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:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.Step 2
Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. - Step 3Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.Step 4
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) - Step 5
Remove the wheel. - Step 6
Clean the fastener connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 7
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. - Step 8
Loosen the lock nut securing the tie rod end to the tie rod. Use a combination spanner #21 (2 pieces). - Step 9
Unscrew the end fastening nut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #21. Use a tap wrench. - Step 10
Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller. Use a crowbar. - Step 11
Screw the end out of the tie rod. - Step 12
Clean the mounting seats of the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 13
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. - Step 14
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. - Step 15
Connect the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. - Step 16
Screw on the fastening nut that connects the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #22.
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