Where is the ball joint on a Mercedes Sprinter?
This opens in a new window. If you feel a little play and the ball joint seems sound, follow the tie rod into the steering rack bellows and grip/pinch where it connects to the end of the rack (Inner tie rod ball joint) If you detect a slight movement here this is due to wear in the inner ball joint.
How to remove the wheel from a Mercedes Sprinter?
Before you commence to raise the vehicle, wire brush the long thread and lock nut on the tie rod end, also cleaning off the ball joint lock nut on the hub steering arm, giving both a liberal spraying of penetrant. Slacken the wheel lug nuts then jack and support the Sprinter allowing total removal of the road wheel.
How to check the steering track rod end ball joint?
To check out the condition of the steering track rod end ball joint, jack and support the front of the vehicle on the side you wish to test. Grasp the road wheel at the front and back outer edges of the tyre (horizontal) and push and pull the wheel about the hub. You should detect little to no play.
Are there any records for Mercedes Benz Sprinters?
These records are available to Mercedes Benz if desired. This article is being written to warn potential buyers of this vehicle of the fatal flaw hidden in each of these vehicles.
Where are the sensors in a Mercedes Benz Sprinter?
The exhaust system is comprised of a CDI (control unit) which monitors and actuates the sensors and valves in the exhaust system; a DEF pump. A DEF tank, a DEF temp sensor, a DEF level sensor and an SCR control unit with actuators and sensors. These items a located under the hood.
How much does it cost to fix a Mercedes Sprinter?
We have had numerous “repairs” performed at various dealerships at costs of $2000, only to have the engine light appear again within a few hundred miles. Then when taken to another dealership the “problem” is diagnosed as another sensor or valve and once again we have been charged up to $2000.
What was the fatal flaw of the Mercedes Benz Sprinter?
This article is being written to warn potential buyers of this vehicle of the fatal flaw hidden in each of these vehicles. Prior to 2008, when the United States Government mandated diesel exhaust regulations, the Sprinter, manufactured by Mercedes Benz and sold as a Dodge was a real workhorse.