Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 200 D (202.120), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 220 D (202.121), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 250 D (202.125), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 180 (202.018), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 280 (202.028), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 200 (202.020), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 36 AMG (202.028), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 180 (202.018), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 230 Kompressor (202.024), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 200 Kompressor (202.025), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 250 Turbo-D (202.128), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 230 (202.023), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 200 D (202.122), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 200 Kompressor (202.025), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 240 (202.026), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 280 (202.029), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 43 AMG (202.033), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 220 CDI (202.133), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 200 CDI (202.134), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 220 D (202.021) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change tie rod end MERCEDES W202 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Track Rod End for C-Class Saloon (W202) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
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Track rod end
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Rod Assembly
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Repair Kit, tie rod end
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Mounting Kit, tie rod end
Tools
Replacement: track rod end – Mercedes W202. Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #19
Drive socket # 19
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Vernier caliper
Ball joint puller
Wheel chock
Replacement: track rod end – Mercedes W202. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • 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 W202. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 180 1.8 (202.018) 1994 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:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mercedes W202
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS C 200 2.0 (202.020) 1997 Track Rod End - online easy-to-follow 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.
  6. Step 7
    How to replace Track Rod End on MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) 1998: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Clean the fastener connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the end fastening nut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 9
    Clean the lock nut that connects the tie rod to the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 10
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    Loosen the lock nut securing the tie rod end to the tie rod. Use a combination spanner #19.
  9. Step 11
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    Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
  10. Step 12
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    Screw the end out of the tie rod.
  11. Step 13
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    Clean the mounting seats of the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 14
    C-Class Saloon (W202) C 200 2.0 (202.020) 1996 Track Rod End DIY replacement workshop manual
    Screw on a new tie rod end.
    Replacement: track rod end – Mercedes W202. AUTODOC recommends:
    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.
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