Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class (W163) ML 270 CDI (163.113) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change tie rod end / track rod end on MERCEDES-BENZ M W163 TUTORIAL | AUTODOC

All the parts you need to replace – Track Rod End for M-Class (W163) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models

Mounting Kit, tie rod end

Repair Kit, tie rod

Rod Assembly

Tie Rod End

MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class (W163) ML 270 CDI (163.113)

Replacement: track rod end – Mercedes ML W163. Tools you need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        WD-40 spray
                      
                        Brake cleaner 
                      
                        Copper grease 
                      
                        Combination spanner #15
                      
                        Combination spanner #22
                      
                        Impact socket №22
                      
                        Wheel impact socket #17
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Vernier caliper
                      
                        Ball joint puller
                      
                        Wheel chock

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Replacement: track rod end – Mercedes ML W163. AUTODOC recommends:

Replace tie rod ends in pairs.
The replacement procedure is identical for the right and left tie rod ends.
During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: track rod end – Mercedes ML W163. Use the following procedure:

Step 1

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 2

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.

Step 3

Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.

Step 4

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

Replacement: track rod end – Mercedes ML W163. AUTODOC experts recommend:

To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
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

Unscrew the end fastening nut to the steering knuckle.Use a drive socket #22.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.Use a ball joint puller.
Step 10

Loosen the lock nut securing the tie rod end to the tie rod.Use a combination spanner #15.Use a combination spanner #22.
Step 11

Screw the end out of the tie rod.
Step 12

Screw on a new tie rod end.

Replacement: track rod end – Mercedes ML W163. Tip:

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 13

Treat the threaded part of the tie rod. Use copper grease.

Step 14

Connect the tie rod end to the steering knuckle.
Step 15

Tighten the fastening nut connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #22.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 75 nm torque.
Step 16

Tighten the tie rod end locknut.Use a combination spanner #15.Use a combination spanner #22.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 60 nm torque.
Step 17

Treat the fastener connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use copper grease.
Step 18

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.

Step 19

Clean the wheel rim mounting seat. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: track rod end – Mercedes ML W163. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 20

Install the wheel.

Replacement: track rod end – Mercedes ML W163. AUTODOC recommends:

To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 21

Screw in the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 22

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 120 nm torque.

Replacement: track rod end – Mercedes ML W163. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

Check and adjust wheel alignment if necessary.

Step 23

Remove the jacks and chocks.

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