Mercedes Driveshaft Flex Disc Replacement

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Mercedes Driveshaft Flex Disc Replacement | No more clunky shifts!

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Hear a loud CLUNK every time you shift your beloved Mercedes into reverse or drive? Your Driveshaft Flex Disc could be going bad and needs to be replaced! Very common issue on ALL Mercedes models. What happens is the rubber begins to dry out and crack causing all kinds of vibration like you see in the beginning of the video. This part is made to reduce the vibration between the driveshaft and the transmission.
In today's video I'll show you how to replace the flex disc quick and effectively. The car used in the video is a 2000 Mercedes C230 Kompressor, but this is same procedure for any Mercedes model with this part. (C / E / S-Class CLK SLK W210 & more)
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- Transmission Mount for Mercedes Benz C230 C300 CL CLK E SLK W202 W203 W210 W140 W220 R170 C209 - amzn.to/3JvDiw9
- Driveshaft Flex Disc Joint Kit 2104101215 For Benz C / E / S-Class CLK SLK W210 - ebay.us/Xui7Z5
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@Mechani_Cole Жыл бұрын

Here are a few options for parts needed along with some tools used in the video: - Mercedes Flex Disc Replacement - amzn.to/3CMBWJK - Transmission Mount for Mercedes Benz C230 C300 CL CLK E SLK W202 W203 W210 W140 W220 R170 C209 - amzn.to/3JvDiw9 - Driveshaft Flex Disc Joint Kit 2104101215 For Benz C / E / S-Class CLK SLK W210 - ebay.us/Xui7Z5 - Mercedes Benz Genuine Transmission Mount C class W202 W203 OE 2122400318 - ebay.us/5ysbmj - Milwaukee 3/8ths Impact - amzn.to/3qZX7FP - Milwaukee 3/8ths Ratchet - amzn.to/3pgiTob - Starter Mechanic Kit - amzn.to/46hRrHe - X-Core Sockets - amzn.to/3r257WI - X-core extensions - amzn.to/3pju3bL Need some automotive assistance beyond this video? I've got you covered with eManual Repair Manuals for Any Vehicle. Trust me, it's the secret weapon in every DIY'ers arsenal. Check out the link below and let the repair magic begin - shrsl.com/43l4o

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@chadg6874 Жыл бұрын

I was looking for a video like this a couple months before you made it! All the other ones show the part and talk about it but dont actually show you how to do it. Lofe saver!

@Mechani_Cole Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful🤙🏼

@Bethkimphotos 2 ай бұрын

thank you for this very clear and bright to the point

@aironmendes5973 Жыл бұрын

Another outstanding video! 🎉

@angturil 5 ай бұрын

don't forget to mark the drive shaft before completely unscrewing and removing the discs, it is balanced and you don't want to lose that!

@user-iw6dr9rb3b 4 ай бұрын

You have to mark bolts or position

@sonidoritmoyclase 6 ай бұрын

Really good video thanks gonna try and do that soon

@bigfather1279 11 ай бұрын

nice video clear and well filmed also . did u remplace the other flector on the back?

@Mechani_Cole 11 ай бұрын

Thank you, and no I didn't. The one in the back didn't have any cracks and looked really good still

@AlexanderRau 11 ай бұрын

well made brother, thanks for sharing!!

@Mechani_Cole 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting 🫡

@johndang8971 Күн бұрын

Yo I'm in Vegas also. My 2017 c43 clunks whenever I left off the gas and I think it might be this. Can you check mine out? Thanks in advance

@Mechani_Cole Күн бұрын

I can, shoot me a dm on any platform or send an email🤙🏼

@kendalgee5808 6 ай бұрын

I would go with OEM only. I had a nightmare of a time using aftermarket febi bilsteen front sway bar busings. They squeeked like crazy. When I went back to new OEM bushings = back to normal. Cheap out on the part, you will pay later when you have to do it 2x with an OEM part.

@Mechani_Cole 6 ай бұрын

I disagree. I've been using this Febi replacement for about a year with now issues.

@kendalgee5808 6 ай бұрын

Febi Bilsteen replacement what? Flex disc or sway bar bushings?@@Mechani_Cole

@Mechani_Cole 6 ай бұрын

This video is about the flex disc. That's what Im referring to. I don't have a video on the Sway bar bushings

@kendalgee5808 6 ай бұрын

Good to hear the Febi Flex discs work well. From my experience the Febi sway bar bushings squeek really bad even when u grease them. @@Mechani_Cole

@Mechani_Cole 6 ай бұрын

@kendalgee5808 good to know as well🤙🏼

@agushendro4743 6 ай бұрын

Very useful video. Btw newbie question, did you put the car shift in P or N when doing this? Try to find info in google so far no luck.

@Mechani_Cole 6 ай бұрын

Good question! Neutral is what I did. After the car was in the air and secure of course.

@justice4romania96 11 ай бұрын

Hey! Why was traces of oil on the trim over the flex disc? I have the same problem, yet the seal is dry. Thank you!

@Mechani_Cole 11 ай бұрын

Good question. Maybe Grease was used during install from factory and spins out? Not sure, didn't seem like an issue on mine

@talklacey664 2 ай бұрын

Is there a front and back side to the flex disc or does it not matter which way it goes ?

@Mechani_Cole 2 ай бұрын

People have been saying there is a front and back, but both sides looked exactly the same to me

@Sanneti2012 5 ай бұрын

Besides the clunking, is it possible that this bad flex joints cause intermittent vibrations thru the whole body?

@Mechani_Cole 5 ай бұрын

Yes, but repalce the trans mount at the same time. Will make a huge difference

@Sanneti2012 5 ай бұрын

@@Mechani_Cole i did replaced the mount already (ML350 ‘13 4matic) I noticed some change but there’s still some vibration. It barely has 100k miles. Thanks

@Mechani_Cole 5 ай бұрын

@Sanneti2012 have you replaced the engine mounts? That should make a huge difference. The disc doesn't need to be replaced unless you see it's cracked or worn

@Sanneti2012 5 ай бұрын

@@Mechani_Cole I haven’t but I noticed the engine being very stable, no jerking when accelerating. I guess I can try.

@tonymyersnz 6 ай бұрын

Awesome video, thanks! Would this issue also cause a small/barely noticeable vibration? Mines definitely cracked and needs replacing

@Mechani_Cole 6 ай бұрын

Thank you and yes! I'd suggest doing transmission mount as well since it has to be removed

@tonymyersnz 6 ай бұрын

@@Mechani_Colethanks for the reply, do you happen to have a part number for that? Much appreciated.

@tonymyersnz 6 ай бұрын

And on another note, I am sourcing this part atm, I believe it is 0004110200, would this be okay for a w219 CLS350 2006? Again, thank you!

@Mechani_Cole 6 ай бұрын

@tonymyersnz both should be listed in the description

@tonymyersnz 6 ай бұрын

@@Mechani_Cole apologies, I am wanting to confirm if this will fit a w219/cls350 as I could not see it listed under the description/ebay listing

@DrOdTtg 7 ай бұрын

I have a ml350 05 and when I put it in P and D n R I hear a clunk and when I drive I hear it in the shifts too I think it’s the support bearing could it be this ?

@Mechani_Cole 7 ай бұрын

You can usually visually inspect these and see the wear and tear. Lift it up, put it in neutral and grab the drive shaft. Turn it back and forth and see where the movement or clunking is coming from

@MN_ALGORITHMS 9 ай бұрын

Do you need to replace the driveshaft end bushing too?

@Mechani_Cole 9 ай бұрын

If yours is cracked and worn yes

@MN_ALGORITHMS 9 ай бұрын

@@Mechani_Cole thank you!!!

@malcolmmcfarlandsr.3591 8 ай бұрын

Great video thanks!

@Mechani_Cole 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment🤙🏼

@boigoe Ай бұрын

How many flex discs do these cars have. I was told 2 but people only changing 1...am I right

@Mechani_Cole Ай бұрын

Yes. There is 2. Usually just the first one goes bad, so that's why it's replaced

@boigoe Ай бұрын

@Mechani_Cole ok thank u for reply... is it worth doin both of them? Is the other side same job time or harder to do..thanks

@Mechani_Cole Ай бұрын

@boigoe I just did the one that looked worn. If they both look bad, replace both. If one looks good, it's probably fine

@mienqchau 2 ай бұрын

I assume all wheels has to be off the ground?

@Mechani_Cole 2 ай бұрын

It's easier that way. Can maybe do it with just the rear lifted. But I'd recommend all 4 corners

@mienqchau 2 ай бұрын

@@Mechani_Cole good looks my guy! just have to ask!

@ahd5764 5 ай бұрын

Can you help me with a question? I have a cls w218 and at high speed if I take my foot of the accelerator quickly, it gives a kick, sometimes stronger, sometimes less strong. It seems to be heard from behind, and I think it is from the cardan, driveshaft flex disc, or something. What do you think?( the gearbox shifts very well, but i think I need to change the gearbox oil. In that condition, that could be a factor?)

@Mechani_Cole 5 ай бұрын

I would change the gearbox oil first. I'd also replace the trans mount if I was you and see if there is a big difference

@ahd5764 5 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@bahissafg 11 ай бұрын

Watching this I don't even have a bicycle 🚲 🪖

@Mechani_Cole 11 ай бұрын

It's never to early to learn🫡

@bahissafg 11 ай бұрын

@@Mechani_Cole thanks I agree we appreciate your work you earned a sub and like I learned already alot. 🙏

@aprilfisher2928 Ай бұрын

Can the drive shaft be crack also

@Mechani_Cole Ай бұрын

Possible I guess. But very unlikely

@aprilfisher2928 Ай бұрын

Wow this guy said my crack a little

@aprilfisher2928 Ай бұрын

Wish you can fix mines 😊

@Mechani_Cole Ай бұрын

It can happen. I'm located in Vegas if you're anywhere close

@aprilfisher2928 Ай бұрын

3000 miles away

@boninotate1305 11 ай бұрын

You forgot to mark the drive shaft

@Mechani_Cole 11 ай бұрын

For what exactly?

@angturil 5 ай бұрын

@@Mechani_Cole it is balanced. If you don't put it back in place the exact way it was screwed originally you will lose that balance. You MUST mark it at any cost or your brand new discs will wear out much faster than before, not mentioning the vibrations that it will cause. Mercedes WIS document AR41.10-P-0050-03SX. This is Mandatory on such operation

@Mechani_Cole 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing! So far so good about 6k miles later, will update here if I have any issues

@luisenriquechavezdiaz3071 6 ай бұрын

Bro just ordered the part from Amazon and it didn't fit xddd

@Mechani_Cole 6 ай бұрын

Did you replace the mount as well? Could asap be the rear one

@luisenriquechavezdiaz3071 5 ай бұрын

@@Mechani_Cole i Will order from FCP euro the one on the description didn't fit my Mercedes w202 2000 c230 Kompressor since is a different part number, and yep I will order a new mount for the transmission

@joshuaculley9695 Жыл бұрын

I only hear the clunking when I turn and am accelerating. It feels like the moon is messed up like twisting a chicken bone kinda crunch. Is that the flex disk or the universal joint?

@Mechani_Cole Жыл бұрын

Hard to say for sure without a visual inspection. Could be either, or bad tie rods/control arms if it sounds like it's coming from a wheel

@joshuaculley9695 Жыл бұрын

It’s not coming from the suspension. The sound is coming from the center console part down from the hear shift knob where the tray is. I’ve got a 74 450SL Mercedes. I guess a better explanation would be when the car is accelerating when I’m turning and I can hear it and feel it as if the u oversaw joint was twisting as if you were twisting a chicken wing apart in a circular motion so when I let off the pedal the grinding crunching clunking noise stops and I slow down some to not engage it too much and damage it further whatever it is. I believe it’s the driveshaft just below that part. Wish I could post pictures. Also. Not sure why I was saying when I typed moon..

@Mechani_Cole Жыл бұрын

@joshuaculley9695 I see, that's a way older model for sure. I think you got it pretty close. I would assume drive shaft, or carrier bearing